Head of HR

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists to lead the HR function as the Head of HR for a well-established services organization based in Kingston upon Hull. The role focuses on driving an inclusive culture, enhancing talent acquisition and development, and ensuring robust people operations for over 160 employees. In this pivotal position, the successful candidate will shape HR processes, champion employee engagement, and partner with leadership to embed best practices across the organization.

Benefits

Basic salary of £70,000-£80,000

Benefits package

Opportunity for senior leadership role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR or People leadership in an SME.
• Experience implementing HR processes in a growing organization.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all employee relations for the UK business.
• Support with recruitment, performance management, and appraisals.
• Develop and implement a forward-thinking people strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

HR Compliance

Talent Acquisition

Performance Management

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kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a HR function for a well-established services organisation. As the Head of HR you'll be at the heart of fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture, driving talent acquisition and development, and ensuring seamless people operations for a thriving team.

The Company

Our client is an established organisation within the services sector with operations throughout the UK. With 160+ employees, there is a great need to hire a Head of HR to manage and drive positive change throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all employee relations for the UK business.
• Support with organisational restructure, recruitment, performance management and appraisals.
• Manage and develop L&D across the UK business.
• Develop and implement a forward-thinking people strategy, covering talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Create HR processes across all functions within the business.
• Drive HR operational process changes as the business develops.
• Champion an inclusive, positive workplace culture that supports growth and well-being.
• Oversee HR compliance.
• Partner with senior leadership to embed best practices and ensure consistency across all sites.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in HR or People leadership in an SME / 50-300 employee head count.
• Experience implementing HR processes across a growing organisation.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance.
• Passionate about building a people-first workplace, with a proactive and approachable leadership style.
• A skilled communicator who can collaborate effectively and adapt to a non-corporate, creative setting.

On offer

• The ability to own and drive your own HR/People function.
• A basic salary of £70,000-£80,000 + Benefits.
• A chance to become a senior leader within the scaling organisation.