Head of HR & Learning & Development

Hillier Nurseries Ltd; Romsey; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned nursery company based in Romsey seeks an experienced Head of HR to lead its HR and Learning & Development function. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership, ensuring compliance with HR processes and laws, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. A CIPD qualification is essential, along with a strong HR background. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous leave policy. Closing date for applications is 11 February 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

31 days annual leave

Employee discount

Group Personal Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Cover

Private Healthcare

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Complimentary access to gardens

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 or equivalent experience.
• Strong generalist HR background supporting managers.
• Experience leading an HR and/or L&D team.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the central HR and L&D team.
• Oversee day-to-day HR operations.
• Support organisational change and restructures.
• Ensure HR practices comply with employment law.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 or Level 7

Strong generalist HR background

Experience leading an HR and/or L&D team

Knowledge of UK employment law

Strong organisational skills

Confident handling employee relations

Experience managing recruitment processes

Education

CIPD Level 5 or Level 7

Job description

A family-owned nursery company based in Romsey seeks an experienced Head of HR to lead its HR and Learning & Development function. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership, ensuring compliance with HR processes and laws, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. A CIPD qualification is essential, along with a strong HR background. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous leave policy. Closing date for applications is 11 February 2026.