Head of HR - NW London, Hybrid - £125,000 - 12 month FTC

ASHDOWN GROUP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned household name brand in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Head of HR for a 12-month fixed term contract. This role requires a strong Generalist background and significant change management experience. Responsibilities include leading HR practices, supporting a diverse team, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. The salary offered ranges from £80,000 to £85,000 plus benefits. The ideal candidate should have excellent analytical and communication skills, with a passion for driving employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in modern effective HR practices.
• Proven experience in leadership and driving organizational change.
• Experience managing HR teams and supporting line managers.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve HR practices with Senior Management.
• Implement new systems and processes for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR policies.
• Oversee development of the HR Manager and Recruitment Manager.
• Support the HR Manager in advising line managers.
• Lead the HR Team.

Skills

Strong Generalist background

Change management experience

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Leadership experience

Understanding of employment law

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Head of HR NW London, Hybrid - £125,000 - 12 month FTC

Neasden, NW London - 3 days per week in the office and 2 at home

A highly successful, household name brand are looking for a Head of HR to join their circa 200 person business on a 12 month fixed term contract. As the Head of HR, you will join a diverse group of talented individuals who come from a wide range of backgrounds and possess an extensive array of experience. Reporting to their Senior VP, you will join an entrepreneurial people focused team where you will develop and deliver a comprehensive HR and People strategy that is aligned to the wider goals of the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Work with the Senior Management team to continually review and improve HR practices
• Lead the implementation of new systems and processes to enhance efficiency and support the ongoing performance of the organisation
• Ensure our compliance with rapidly changing employment law, appropriate HR policies and procedures
• Oversee development of the HR Manager and Recruitment Manager
• Support the HR Manager in providing effective support and advice to line managers
• Lead and manage the HR Team

As the Head of HR you will have a strong Generalist background with strong change management experience. You will have significant experience in modern effective HR practices and management CIPD qualification would be beneficial, although not essential. Proven leadership experience is essential and a track of driving organisational change is key.

We are looking for an empathetic, approachable HR leader with a style that promotes and fosters an inclusive and productive culture. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential as is a passion for people and driving employee engagement.

The salary on offer for this role is £80,000 - £85,000 plus benefits.