Head of People and Culture

Red Door Recruitment; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Door Recruitment is seeking an experienced HR leader to shape and deliver the people strategy for a growing international business. Reporting to the Director of Business Operations and supported by an HR Manager and Advisor, you will balance strategic direction with hands-on delivery in a 50-employee organization.

This full-time, office-based role offers senior leadership exposure, a values-led culture and travel to operations abroad.

Qualifications

• Senior HR generalist experience operating at a leadership level.
• Experience developing and implementing HR strategies.
• Strong employee relations expertise with complex case management.
• Capability to influence senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the people strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic and operational HR guidance.
• Lead workforce planning, talent management and succession initiatives.
• Manage complex employee relations and organisational change projects.
• Drive engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives across the business.
• Review and develop reward, recognition and benefits programmes.
• Oversee HR governance and compliance with employment legislation.
• Lead learning, development and performance management activities.
• Coach the HR Advisor and build an effective HR function.

Skills

HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Organisational development

Talent management

Change management

Business partnering

Education

CIPD Level 7

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR leader to join a successful international organisation.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

Reporting to the Director of Business Operations and working closely with the Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver the people strategy for a growing business of approximately 50 employees.

This is a hands-on leadership position combining strategic HR direction with operational delivery. Supported by an HR Manager and Advisor, you will play a key role in developing a positive, high-performing culture whilst ensuring best practice across the full employee lifecycle.

What's in it for you?

Salary: £61,000-£65,800

Hours: Full time, office based

• Opportunity to shape and influence people strategy
• Senior leadership exposure
• Growing international business
• Supportive and values-led culture
• Chance to make a genuine impact
• Flexible hours and the option to work 2 days per week in Bedford/3 days Kings Langley or 5 days in Kings Langley

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the people strategy in line with business objectives and growth plans
• Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic and operational HR guidance
• Lead workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives
• Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational change projects
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives
• Review and develop reward, recognition and benefits programmes
• Oversee HR compliance, governance and employment legislation requirements
• Lead learning, development and performance management activities
• Develop and coach the HR Advisor, creating a collaborative and effective HR function
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation and HR system enhancements
• Occasional travel opportunities two or three times a year to overseas operations

Experience

You'll be an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with operational delivery and thrives in a growing SME environment. The role involves travel both in the UK and Central Asia approx. once per month.

• Significant HR generalist experience operating at a senior level
• Experience developing and implementing HR strategies
• Strong employee relations expertise with experience managing complex cases
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leadership teams
• Knowledge of organisational development, engagement and talent management
• CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Collaborative and approachable
• Commercially aware and solutions focused
• A strong relationship builder
• Passionate about developing people
• Resilient and adaptable
• Committed to continuous improvement

Red Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.

Please note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted