Head of HR, Up to £60k

Thompson and Terry; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable HR consultancy in Newbury seeks a Head of HR to manage the full HR lifecycle and support business growth. The role includes engaging in strategic leadership and shaping HR strategy. Candidates should have proven senior HR leadership experience and be CIPD qualified. The position offers hybrid working and a pathway for career development within an ambitious and people-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles.
• Confident managing the full HR lifecycle.
• Strategic thinker with strong client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full HR lifecycle across diverse clients.
• Shape HR strategy with business leaders.
• Engage in commercial conversations with clients.

Skills

HR

CIPD qualified

Senior Leadership

Strategic HR

Complex Employee Relations

Talent Development

Recruitment

Compliance

Reward Management

Culture Engagement

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Position: Head of HR

Location: Based in the Newbury office and supporting the Clapham, Highbury & Islington territories (with regular travel as needed)

Salary: Up to £60k per annum, DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday (hybrid working, with approximately 1 day per week in Central London)

Experience: HR, CIPD, Senior Leadership, Strategic HR, Complex Employee Relations, Partnering, Talent, Development, Recruitment, Compliance, Reward, Culture, Engagement, Commercial and Business Development, Operational Management

The Opportunity

Thompson & Terry Recruitment are proudly working with our long‑standing people‑focused client who are seeking a forward‑thinking and relationship‑driven Head of HR to join their growing team.

As Head of HR, you will take ownership of managing the full HR lifecycle across a diverse range of clients, while also stepping up to manage the day‑to‑day operations within the HR function. You will work closely with business leaders and the Managing Director to shape HR strategy, guide key decisions, and ensure clients receive commercially focused advice that builds long‑term, value‑adding relationships.

We are looking for a genuine business leader, who can balance an amazing level of service with a strong commercial focus and is confident engaging in commercial conversations with clients. This is not a role for someone purely focused on HR processes, but for a dynamic individual who can combine HR best practice with strategic business leadership and commercial acumen to help grow the organisation.

You will enjoy the entrepreneurial side of the role, working collaboratively with the Managing Director and wider team to develop new initiatives, expand the business, and enhance the company's service offering. This role will suit someone who thrives in a team environment, enjoys coaching colleagues, and is proud to contribute to a positive and high‑performing culture focused on achieving the best outcomes for clients.

This is a role with a strong and genuine focus on career development and an excellent opportunity to progress within a rapidly growing and ambitious company that truly values its people and clients alike.

The Company

Thompson & Terry Recruitment’s long‑standing client is a respected HR consultancy combining professional expertise with a genuinely people‑first approach. The business is ambitious and focused on growth, providing a clear and genuine career path for the successful candidate to progress and expand their leadership within the organisation.

You will join a team of experienced HR professionals who collaborate, share knowledge, and support one another’s personal and professional development. This environment offers the chance to work directly with the Managing Director, contribute to key business decisions, and help shape the future growth and success of the company.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior HR leadership position such as Head of HR, HR Business Partner, or Senior HR Consultant
• CIPD qualified
• Confident managing the full HR lifecycle, day‑to‑day HR operations, and complex employee relations cases
• Strategic thinker with the ability to build, maintain, and influence strong client relationships
• Commercially minded with enthusiasm and confidence to engage in commercial conversations and contribute to business growth
• Experience coaching colleagues and working effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Excellent understanding of UK employment law, HR best practice, and compliance
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle to travel to client sites

Thompson & Terry Ltd, trading as Thompson & Terry Recruitment (thompsonandterry.co.uk), are an Abingdon‑based recruitment agency specialising in placing candidates into roles across Oxfordshire and beyond.

No terminology used in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process, please let us know.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful at this time.