HR Director: People & Payroll Leader

Peter Symonds College; Winchester; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Peter Symonds College in Winchester invites applications for a Personnel Director to lead the staffing strategy and oversee HR and payroll services for over 800 staff. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership role combining strategic oversight with day-to-day personnel matters and strong engagement with senior management.

The post requires CIPD qualification, proven generalist HR experience, staff leadership, and exceptional communication.

Qualifications

• CIPD-qualified HR leader with proven generalist experience.
• Experience in education or public sector, ideally in a sixth form college.
• Evidence of recent professional development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the staffing strategy and oversee HR and payroll services.
• Lead the Personnel team with involvement in casework, recruitment and day-to-day HR matters.
• Collaborate with senior management on staffing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

HR strategy

Communication

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Peter Symonds College in Winchester invites applications for a Personnel Director to lead the staffing strategy and oversee HR and payroll services for over 800 staff. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership role combining strategic oversight with day-to-day personnel matters and strong engagement with senior management.

The post requires CIPD qualification, proven generalist HR experience, staff leadership, and exceptional communication.