Human Resources Director

Dawsongroup; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawsongroup is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead their people strategy. This senior leadership role involves collaborating with the Group CEO and senior stakeholders to drive performance, culture, and people practices that align with commercial goals. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in HR leadership and a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Senior level reward and benefits package

Access to long-term incentives and progression pathways

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a People Director or equivalent role.
• CIPD Level 7 qualified or educated to degree level.
• Strong communicator with a clear, credible leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead the people strategy across the entire business.
• Shape and deliver a high-impact group-wide people strategy.
• Guide a talented People team across HR, L&D, talent and operations.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

CIPD Level 7

Degree Level Education

Job description

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Director of People

Milton Keynes | Office-Based with Flexibility | Full Time | Senior Leadership

About this Role

This is a senior leadership role with real influence. You will lead the people strategy across the entire Dawsongroup business, working closely with the Group CEO and senior stakeholders. Your focus will be on performance, leadership and culture, ensuring our people practices drive commercial results while staying true to our values.

• Shape and deliver a high-impact group-wide people strategy
• Lead transformation programmes across leadership, engagement and performance
• Act as a key advisor to the Group Board, MDs and senior leaders
• Guide a talented People team across HR, L&D, talent and operations
• Oversee strategic initiatives including succession planning and appraisal reform

About You

You are a senior people leader who can influence at board level and build trust across the business. You combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You care about people, but you are also commercially aware and driven by outcomes.

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a People Director, CPO or equivalent role
• CIPD Level 7 qualified or educated to degree level
• Ideally from a multi-site or operational background, though not essential
• Strong communicator with a clear, credible leadership style
• Passionate about driving culture, values and performance through people

If you do not meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you. We are open to people with the right potential and perspective. We encourage applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in senior roles, including those around age 40 and beyond.

About Us

Dawsongroup is one of Europe's leading asset rental businesses. With over 32,000 premium assets and operations in 11 countries, we support supply chain resilience and smarter asset strategies across sectors including transport, energy, municipal services and materials handling.

• Over 1,000 employees and 40 years of expertise in our sector
• A people-first business where values guide decisions
• Well-invested infrastructure and global growth plans
• A reputation for quality, customer service and long-term relationships
• Known for being a stable and rewarding place to work

About Your Future

This role offers the chance to leave a real legacy. You will help shape how we attract, support and grow our people across the next phase of Dawsongroup's journey. It is a role that matters, in a business that values people as critical to success.

• Senior level reward and benefits package
• Strategic influence at Group level
• Access to long-term incentives and progression pathways
• A visible role in a business that prioritises values and people development

Dawsongroup plc is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

People are our greatest asset. If you are ready to lead with purpose, we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Commercial and Industrial Equipment Rental

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