Head of HR

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in North West London is seeking a Head of HR. The role encompasses strategic HR management, recruitment, and employee relations. Candidates should possess significant HR expertise within the education sector, with the ability to align HR functions with business goals.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice scheme

Medical cash plan

Blackhawk Network

Staff health and medical information service

Staff counselling helpline service

Long service leave

B&Q discounts

Use of sporting facilities

Eye care

Surface book provided

Complimentary lunch

Qualifications

• Experience at Head of HR level.
• Experience in the education sector.
• Recent experience required to apply.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing HR strategies.
• Managing the recruitment and selection process.
• Overseeing employee relations and legal compliance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Complex ER casework

Line management

Recruitment and selection

Job description

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We are currently working in partnership with an educational institution based in North West London , who are recruiting for a Head of HR on a permanent contract. The client is happy to start someone on notice. The salary for the role is £60,000 - £65,000 per annum .

The ideal candidate will have experience of working at Head of HR level and have been part of the SLT. The role requires the individual to be able to work both strategically and operationally on all remits of HR. Our client is also looking for someone with experience of line managing staff as they will oversee the core HR function.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with the overall business strategy
• Managing the recruitment and selection process, ensuring the organization attracts and retains top talent
• Overseeing employee relations, including handling grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
• Leading the development and implementation of performance management systems
• Ensuring legal compliance throughout human resource management
• Developing and monitoring overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organisation
• Overseeing and managing a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Reporting to management and providing decision support through HR metrics and analytics

Experience required:

• Working within the education sector
• Line management
• Strategic planning
• Complex ER casework

Rewards and Benefits:

• Salary sacrifice scheme where you will pay less income tax and National Insurance
• Medical cash plan
• Blackhawk Network
• Staff health and medical information service
• Staff counselling helpline service
• Long service leave
• B&Q discounts
• Use of sporting facilities including a swimming pool, fitness suites and local golf course
• Eye care
• Surface book provided
• Complimentary lunch

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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