Head of HR

HARRIS HILL; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK charity seeks an interim Head of Human Resources to guide their people and culture strategy during a pivotal transformation. This London-based hybrid role involves strategic leadership across HR functions, focusing on building an inclusive culture and managing operational HR tasks. An immediate start is available for a dynamic leader with significant HR experience and CIPD qualifications.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 minimum, ideally Level 7.
• Deep knowledge of UK employment law and HR governance.
• Experience leading through change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the People Strategy aligning HR with organisational goals.
• Oversee full employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit.
• Drive engagement initiatives and wellbeing programs.

Skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

HR best practice

Employee relations

Organisational development

Culture change

Education

CIPD Level 5

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience

Job description

We’re proud to be partnering with a respected UK charity to recruit an immediately available dynamic Head of Human Resources for a critical interim role. This 6-month FTC is a rare opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation at a senior level and shape their people and culture strategy during a time of transformation and growth. This is London based hybrid role, min 3 days in iffice.

As Head of HR, you’ll sit on the senior management team and play a strategic and operational leadership role across the full HR remit. This includes organisational development, people planning, employee wellbeing, compliance, and leadership support.

You’ll work closely with the Executive Team and department heads to ensure HR delivers meaningful impact — creating a high-performing, inclusive and supportive culture that reflects the charity’s core values.

This is an immediate starthands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in agile environments and enjoys the mix of strategic planning and operational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the People Strategy – aligning all HR policies and initiatives with organisational goals.
• Organisational Development – support long-term workforce planning, skills development, and succession planning.
• HR Operations – oversee the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through to exit, including onboarding, pay reviews, job evaluations, and performance management.
• Employee Relations – provide strategic support to managers on issues including grievances, capability, and conduct.
• Culture & Engagement – drive internal communications, wellbeing initiatives, staff surveys, and team-building activities.
• Compliance & Governance – ensure adherence to employment law, GDPR and H&S protocols. Act as Data Protection Officer and maintain the HR Risk Register.
• Leadership & Coaching – support and upskill managers, embed leadership capability, and lead organisation-wide engagement events.

This role would suit a confident and collaborative HR leader who is equally comfortable in the boardroom and on the ground. You’ll bring both strategic insight and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

You’ll need:

• CIPD Level 5 minimum (ideally Level 7 or equivalent experience)
• Deep knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and governance
• Proven track record in employee relations, organisational development, and culture change
• Experience supporting managers and leading through change

If you are immediately available with the above skills and experience, apply online today!