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Head of HR

Castle Employment Agency Ltd

York and North Yorkshire

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

18 days ago

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Job summary

A growing organisation in York is looking for a Head of HR to lead a small team and take ownership of the HR operational strategy. This hands-on leadership role will have a significant impact on the business and offers a competitive salary along with a supportive team culture, where your skills can truly make a difference.

Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
Opportunity to shape HR operations

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a senior HR role with a strong operational focus.
  • CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum, Level 7 ideal) or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in fast-paced, hands-on environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead on all operational HR matters – ER, performance, policies, compliance, recruitment.
  • Coach and develop line managers to build confidence in people management.
  • Drive improvements in engagement, wellbeing, and employee experience.

Skills

Employee relations knowledge
Proactive and practical approach
People management

Education

CIPD Level 5
CIPD Level 7

Job description

Head of HR – York
Full-Time | Onsite Role | Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a hands-on HR leader who thrives on being present, visible, and fully involved in the day-to-day life of a business? We're looking for a Head of HR to join a dynamic and growing organisation based in the York area. This is a key onsite role where your energy, personality, and practical HR expertise will have a real and immediate impact.

About the Role:
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires you to be actively present across the business. We’re looking for someone who is confident building relationships, supporting managers, and making things happen. You’ll lead a small HR team and take full ownership of the operational HR agenda, while also helping shape and support the wider people strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Be a visible, approachable presence across the business
  • Provide strong, practical HR support to managers and employees
  • Lead on all operational HR matters – ER, performance, policies, compliance, recruitment, and onboarding
  • Coach and develop line managers to build confidence in people management
  • Drive improvements in engagement, wellbeing, and employee experience
  • Lead by example with a people-first, solutions-focused approach
  • Support change initiatives, restructures, and development programmes
  • Ensure HR practices are legally compliant, efficient, and people-centred
What We’re Looking For:
  • Proven experience in a senior HR role with a strong operational focus
  • Comfortable being onsite, engaging with all levels of the business daily
  • A fun, personable, and approachable leadership style
  • Proactive, practical, and solutions-driven – you get things done
  • Excellent employee relations knowledge and confident in complex casework
  • CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum, Level 7 ideal) or equivalent experience
  • Experience in fast-paced, hands-on environments
What’s on Offer:
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • A role where you can make a real difference, every day
  • A supportive, down-to-earth team culture
  • Onsite presence with strong visibility and impact
  • Opportunity to shape how HR operates across the business
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