HR Director

Page Personnel; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in manufacturing is seeking an HR Director to enhance their people strategy and drive business success. The ideal candidate will possess a CIPD Level 7 qualification, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have a solid understanding of employment law. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £63,000 to £70,000, along with a bonus and car allowance. Join this dynamic team to lead and shape the HR function effectively.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus & car allowance

Permanent position

Opportunities to lead the HR function

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 qualified with strong leadership skills.
• Proven strategic planning and communication abilities.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement people strategy aligning with business structure.
• Partner with senior management to drive business success.
• Design cost-effective HR initiatives to improve employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

HR best practices

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Degree in HR, Business, or a related field

Job description

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well established organisation in the manufacturing industry seeking an experienced HR Director to join their busy team!

Job Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with the business' organisational structure, culture, customers, and business
• Partner with the senior management team to drive business success through a clear and actionable people plan.
• Design and deliver cost‑effective, value‑added HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Shape and evolve the company's employer brand to ensure it is an attractive place to work and a preferred employer in the industry
• Provide strategic counsel on organisational design and development, ensuring effective planning and onboarding of key strategic roles.
• Implement and oversee employee engagement strategies, leveraging feedback from surveys and best practice
• Develop and execute a robust talent acquisition strategy, ensuring the business attracts and retains top talent while supporting managers in identifying future skills needs.
• Utilise HR analytics and workforce data to inform people decisions, workforce planning, and people strategy development.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and UK employment legislation while proactively influencing policy changes to meet business objectives.
• Prioritise own workload in order to meet project / business needs
• Develop and maintain key contacts both internally and externally
• General duties as delegated within the overall range of the post
• Travel nationally and internationally occasionally

The Successful Applicant

• CIPD Level 7 qualified
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills
• Degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Evidence of continuous professional development in HR and leadership disciplines.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £63,000 to £70,000 per annum DOE
• Bonus & Car allowance
• Permanent position in a well-established organisation
• Opportunities to lead and shape the HR function within the company.

If you are an experienced HR professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply now to join this exciting opportunity.