Head of HR

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A purpose-led employer in Exeter is seeking a Head of HR to shape their people strategy and lead HR operations. The role offers a salary of £65,000 plus excellent benefits and a position on the senior leadership team. Ideal candidates will be CIPD-qualified and have substantial experience in senior HR leadership. This is an opportunity to make a real impact within an innovative and values-driven culture.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Senior leadership team participation

Opportunity for impact

Qualifications

• CIPD-qualified – Level 7 ideally.
• Strong experience in a senior HR leadership role.
• Confident advisor to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and operations across a diverse workforce.
• Support organisational change and talent development.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations.

Skills

CIPD-qualified – Level 7 ideally

Senior HR leadership experience

Confident advisor to senior stakeholders

Commercially focused

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of UK employment law

Data-driven

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Job description

Head of HR – £65,000 + Excellent Benefits | Exeter | Full-time | Permanent

Looking for a strategic HR leadership role where you can truly shape the future of an organisation?

We’re partnering with a purpose-led employer to find a Head of HR who can lead people strategy at senior level. This role offers breadth, influence, and the chance to work in a culture that values innovation, wellbeing, and strong leadership.

Head of HR - What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead HR strategy and operations across a diverse workforce
• Support organisational change, talent development, and workforce planning
• Provide expert advice on employee relations and policy
• Oversee compliance and safeguarding practices
• Analyse people data to inform strategic decisions
• Champion culture, engagement and leadership capability

What We’re Looking For:

• CIPD-qualified – Level 7 ideally
• Strong experience in a senior HR leadership role
• Confident advisor to senior stakeholders
• Commercially focused, experience of managing budgets
• Strategic thinker with operational grip
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR systems
• Resilient, collaborative and data-driven

What’s On Offer:

• £65,000 salary
• Excellent benefits
• A place on the senior leadership team
• A values-driven, forward-thinking culture
• Scope to make a real and lasting difference

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Recruiter: Jo Caine

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