Head of HR

Valezco; London; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in London's historical centre seeks a Head of HR to lead a dedicated HR team. This role offers significant responsibilities including strategic HR development and compliance, alongside an excellent salary package. If you have experience in HR management and a passion for fostering inclusivity, apply now to join this unique opportunity.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Entitlements

Private Medical Insurance

Access to Learning & Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

Generous Pension (12% employer contribution)

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar working environment or understanding of the workings of a not-for-profit organisation.
• Full-time HR management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR services for all staff members, ensuring legal compliance.
• Develop and implement a coherent HR strategy for the Inn.
• Compile and implement an annual training plan for employees.

Skills

Excellent communications

Interpersonal skills

IT literate

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent

CIPD level 5 or 7

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

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The Honourable Society of the Middle Templehas an exciting opportunity for a Head of HR to join their dedicated team.

Location: London, EC4Y 9BT

Salary: £65,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hrs pw (Monday - Friday, 9 - 5.30)

Closing date: 10am on 21st July 2025

About Our Client

As one of the four Inns of Court, we are proud to provide support, education and accommodation to barristers at every stage of their careers. The Inn awards just over a million pounds in scholarships each year, with the majority going to students commencing the bar vocational training course, some to students doing a post-graduate law conversion course, plus smaller amounts for ad hoc overseas placements, essay prizes etc.

The Inns mission is to support the rule of law in the UK and overseas, especially Common Law jurisdictions, and carries this out by providing extensive education opportunities and support to its members across the world.

Head Of HR - The Role

In this full-time role (37.5 hours per week), you will serve as Head of HR for an organisation comprising approximately 100 staff members across a range of functions. Supported by an HR Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the existing HR function, while developing and implementing effective strategies that align with the Inn's objectives. You will ensure that HR operations are legally compliant, quality-driven, efficient, and provide proactive support to the Inn's management,

Head Of HR - Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR services for all staff members, ensuring that all functions have the staff resources they need, and that the Inn is legally compliant in terms of employment law
• Develop and implement a coherent human resources strategy and detailed supporting work plans for agreement by the Under Treasurer
• Advise managers on the best processes to attract, select and recruit staff, ensuring that these processes are as cost-effective as possible
• Promote good employee relations
• Compile and implement an annual training plan for employees at all levels of the Inn
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organisation
  
  

Join to apply for the Head of HR role at Valezco

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Head of HR role at Valezco

The Honourable Society of the Middle Templehas an exciting opportunity for a Head of HR to join their dedicated team.

Location: London, EC4Y 9BT

Salary: £65,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hrs pw (Monday - Friday, 9 - 5.30)

Closing date: 10am on 21st July 2025

About Our Client

As one of the four Inns of Court, we are proud to provide support, education and accommodation to barristers at every stage of their careers. The Inn awards just over a million pounds in scholarships each year, with the majority going to students commencing the bar vocational training course, some to students doing a post-graduate law conversion course, plus smaller amounts for ad hoc overseas placements, essay prizes etc.

The Inns mission is to support the rule of law in the UK and overseas, especially Common Law jurisdictions, and carries this out by providing extensive education opportunities and support to its members across the world.

Head Of HR - The Role

In this full-time role (37.5 hours per week), you will serve as Head of HR for an organisation comprising approximately 100 staff members across a range of functions. Supported by an HR Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the existing HR function, while developing and implementing effective strategies that align with the Inn's objectives. You will ensure that HR operations are legally compliant, quality-driven, efficient, and provide proactive support to the Inn's management,

Head Of HR - Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR services for all staff members, ensuring that all functions have the staff resources they need, and that the Inn is legally compliant in terms of employment law
• Develop and implement a coherent human resources strategy and detailed supporting work plans for agreement by the Under Treasurer
• Advise managers on the best processes to attract, select and recruit staff, ensuring that these processes are as cost-effective as possible
• Promote good employee relations
• Compile and implement an annual training plan for employees at all levels of the Inn
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organisation
  
  

Head Of HR - You

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• CIPD level 5 (preferably level 7)
• Experience of a similar working environment &/or understanding of the workings of the Middle Temple or other not-for-profit organisation
• IT literate with experience of using databases, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and other computerised systems
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) at all levels
  
  

Head Of HR - Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave Entitlements
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (online resources and access to confidential counselling services)
• Private Medical Insurance (including gym membership)
• Medical Cashback Scheme (e.g. for dental, optical)
• Generous Pension (12% employer contribution)
• Season Ticket Loans
• Access to a Range of Learning & Development Opportunities
• Opportunity to join our dedicated team and work in a beautiful, unique, and historical setting in central London
  
  

Application Process

Middle Temple is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Closing date: 10am on 21st July 2025

Interviews: 29th/30th July 2025

To submit your application for this exciting Head of HR opportunity, please click Apply' now.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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