HR Director

Michael Page (UK); Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive people strategy. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in HR or related field and a CIPD Level 7 qualification. This role offers a competitive salary between £63,000–£70,000 per annum, along with bonus and car allowance. It's an exciting opportunity to shape the HR function while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Benefits

Bonus

Car allowance

Permanent position

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 qualified or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in HR and leadership disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy.
• Partner with senior management for actionable people plans.
• Design HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement.
• Shape the company's employer brand.
• Provide counsel on organisational design.
• Implement employee engagement strategies.
• Develop a talent acquisition strategy.
• Utilise HR analytics for decision making.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and legislation.
• Prioritise workload to meet business needs.
• Develop key contacts internally and externally.
• Travel nationally and internationally occasionally.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Strategic planning skills

Knowledge of employment law

Education

Degree in HR, Business, or related field

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Job description

Basic Requirements

• CIPD Level 7 qualified
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills

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

Successful Applicant

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