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

Ashdown Group; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly successful brand in NW London is seeking an experienced Head of HR for a 12-month fixed term contract. This hybrid role offers a salary of up to £125,000, focusing on developing and delivering a comprehensive HR strategy. Responsibilities include improving HR practices, implementing new systems, ensuring compliance with employment law, and leading the HR team. An empathetic HR leader with strong change management and analytical skills is desired to foster an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in modern HR practices and management.
• Proven leadership experience in driving organizational change.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and productive culture.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Management team to improve HR practices.
• Implement new systems to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR policies.
• Oversee development of HR and Recruitment Managers.
• Provide support and advice to line managers.
• Lead and manage the HR Team.

Skills

Strong Generalist background

Change management experience

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy and approachability

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

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

HR Director, Director of People and Culture, Head of People

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 up to £125,000 plus benefits.