Head Of Hr

Catalyst; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech firm in North East England is seeking a Head of HR to develop and execute a people strategy and manage HR operations. The ideal candidate will have a CIPD Level 7 qualification, strong leadership skills, and experience in aligning HR strategies with business objectives. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000-£70,000, alongside various benefits including 25 days holiday, employee discounts, and enhanced sick pay schemes.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee discounts

Free on-site gym

Enhanced sick pay scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Qualifications

• Proven ability to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Experience guiding the HR function in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a fully integrated people strategy.
• Champion a culture of learning, talent development, and inclusion.
• Manage HR operations and oversee day-to-day functions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory HR policies.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication

Analytical and reasoning skills

Ability to develop practical solutions

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Job description

Overview

Our client, a successful tech scale-up, cash generative SME, with a 10m turnover and employing 80 staff, is looking to double in size in the next five years under the guidance of its experienced, highly charismatic and driven CEO, supported by a first-class senior leadership team. Their platform combines personalised technology with individualised coaching to deliver cutting edge support for nutrition, habit forming and sustainable lifestyle changes.

They now seek to appoint a Head of HR to develop and execute a people strategy, lead HR operations, manage talent development and inclusion initiatives, ensure legal compliance, and oversee HR budgets. The role requires a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to foster a positive, high-performing work culture and align HR initiatives with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a fully integrated people strategy that aligns with organisational goals
• Provide strategic direction on the "people agenda" to the board and senior leadership team
• Champion a culture of learning, talent development, and inclusion
• Lead and manage the HR function, overseeing day-to-day HR operations and processes
• Manage the annual HR budget and allocate resources effectively
• Ensure the smooth running of recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Drive talent development and engagement initiatives to support organisational growth
• Foster diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) within the organisation
• Develop and maintain effective employee relations
• Ensure all HR policies and programmes comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation and update policies accordingly
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of employee records and data compliance
• Act as a business partner and provide specialist HR advice to the management team
• Report on HR performance and progress to senior stakeholders and the board
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff and management

Qualifications

• A CIPD Level 7 qualification
• The ability to develop practical, innovative solutions and align HR strategies with business objectives
• Strong leadership skills to guide the HR function and inspire teams
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and influencing abilities
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills to inform decision-making and assess HR effectiveness
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, data protection, and HR best practices

Salary & benefits

• 60-70k pa
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee discounts
• Free on-site gym
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay