Human Resources Director

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a Global Head of HR to spearhead strategic HR initiatives and digital transformation across 13 countries. This role requires extensive experience in global financial services and a strong educational background. The successful candidate will shape the employee lifecycle and leadership culture in a complex, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10–20 years of senior HR experience in global financial services, preferably investment banking.
• Proven track record leading HR functions in high-performance environments.
• Experience with digital HR platforms and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead global HR function including Talent Acquisition and Digital Transformation.
• Drive strategic people initiatives and governance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.

Skills

Employee Relations

Digital HR Transformation

Talent Acquisition

Legal Compliance

Organizational Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, or related field

Job description

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TH Global Capital (formerly known as Technology Holdings) is an award-winning global investment banking firm specializing in sector-focused investment banking, asset management, and growth advisory services. With a 24-year track record, TH Global Capital’s offering includes Sell Side M&A, its Buy Side M&A practice ‘TH Buy and Build’, Growth Capital advisory, Debt Financing, Financial Sponsor Coverage & Secondaries, IPO Advisory, Asset Management and Growth Advisory services. TH Global Capital’s full-service, purpose-driven approach reflects its mission – to create wealth for founders, companies, and investors. Operating in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, TH Global Capital combines global reach with local presence to deliver exceptional results.

Role Overview

This is a strategic and operational role with full accountability for the global Human Resources function. The Global Head of HR will lead the full spectrum of HR disciplines including Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, HR Business Partnering, Legal Compliance, Employee Relations, Organizational Development, Total Rewards, Diversity & Inclusion, Global Mobility, and Digital HR Transformation. The role is expected to drive strategic people initiatives, enhance governance, lead change during growth or restructuring, and act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership
• Digital HR Transformation
• Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
• HR Business Partnering
• Employee Relations & Legal Compliance
• Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards
• Organizational Policies & Documentation
• Workforce Planning & Job Architecture

Key Qualifications

• 10–20 years of senior HR experience in global financial services, investment banking preferred.
• Proven track record leading HR functions in multinational, high-performance, and highly regulated environments.
• Experience implementing and leading digital HR platforms and driving adoption across complex global structures.
• Strong expertise in employee relations, international labour law, policy design, and governance.
• Deep fluency across all HR disciplines, with strong business acumen and boardroom presence.
• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or advanced degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred.

Why This Role Matters

This is a rare opportunity to shape the global HR architecture of a world-class investment bank. You will drive strategic impact across the employee lifecycle, transform HR through digital innovation, and shape the leadership culture of a firm operating across 13 countries.