Head of People & Growth Strategy

National health service; Manor Park; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension

Equity after 12 months

Job summary

SELDOC Group is seeking an experienced Head of People to lead our People function across SELDOC Healthcare and Verve Healthcare. You will develop the People Strategy, strengthen capability, and create an environment where colleagues can thrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic thinking with practical delivery in a healthcare context. You will oversee recruitment, payroll, appraisals, and absence management while advising on employment law, TUPE and organisational change.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a People/HR team to deliver business outcomes in a healthcare setting.
• Up-to-date knowledge of workforce legislation and NHS operations.
• Experience building workforce development plans aligned with business strategy.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver our People Strategy and workforce development plans.
• Lead a comprehensive People service covering recruitment, contracts, onboarding, development, performance, reward and retention.
• Oversee payroll, appraisals and absence management with reliable processes.
• Provide expert advice on employment legislation, off-payroll working, TUPE and organisational change.
• Support managers to handle people matters effectively and turn staff feedback into improvements.
• Contribute to organisational strategy and risk management as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Skills

People leadership

HR strategy

Employee relations

TUPE

Change management

Healthcare knowledge

Education

CIPD Level 7

Chartered Membership

Related HR degree

Job description

SELDOC Group is seeking an experienced Head of People to lead our People function across SELDOC Healthcare and Verve Healthcare. You will develop the People Strategy, strengthen capability, and create an environment where colleagues can thrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic thinking with practical delivery in a healthcare context. You will oversee recruitment, payroll, appraisals, and absence management while advising on employment law, TUPE and organisational change.