HMCTS, Deputy Director, HR

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS); England; On-site; GBP 72,900 - 89,100; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Deputy Director for HR to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience. This strategic role involves leading initiatives that attract and retain talent while fostering diversity and inclusion. Ideal candidates will bring substantial HR leadership experience, preferably within the public sector. Competitive salary and commitment to a diverse workforce are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading HR functions effectively.
• Experience in driving HR initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Understanding of the justice system and public sector HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function to implement people priorities in the HMCTS Strategic Plan.
• Build capability and identify performance issues in the HR team.
• Contribute to building a resilient and high-performing workforce.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee experience enhancement

Performance management

Team building

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job description

Join to apply for the HMCTS, Deputy Director, HR role at HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

The MoJ is working to open more Justice Collaboration Centres and Justice Satellite Offices over time.

Location: National

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £81,000 per annum

Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 19th October 2025

About Us

The justice system is an essential public service, relied upon by millions of victims, families and businesses across our country.

Our courts and tribunals underpin justice and affect the lives of millions every year. HMCTS is reforming the services we offer to both the citizens who use them, and our partners in the justice system. Our HR Function plays a crucial role in our success by supporting our most important asset – our people.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR leader to play a vital role in ensuring that we have the right capacity, capability, and employee experience for our workforce now and in the future.

In collaboration with the HR Director and HR Deputy Director, you will lead the HR function to implement the people priorities outlined in the HMCTS Strategic Plan. Your responsibilities will include a broad range of HR initiatives aimed at enhancing organisational effectiveness and supporting our workforce to deliver.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team ensuring they have the right skills and competencies to meet both current and future challenges. Your role will involve building capability, identifying and addressing performance while fostering an engaging employee experience that attracts and retains top talent.

By driving effective HR practices across HMCTS, you will contribute to building a resilient and high performing workforce that aligns with operational delivery goals, ultimately enhancing HMCTS’s reputation as a leading employer of choice.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Other, and Human Resources
• Industries: Government Administration, Government Relations Services, and Human Resources Services