London-based Global HR Director - People & Growth Leader

Luminance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Sabbatical opportunities

Annual learning budget

Birthday/leave day

Job summary

Luminance in London is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead our growing global team and shape people strategy across multiple countries.

This senior, hands-on role requires building scalable processes for recruitment, development and retention while partnering with senior management to ensure UK employment law compliance and a strong company culture. Travel to international teams is expected as part of growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 2.1+.
• 6+ years of HR experience in a fast-growing company.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Some understanding of non-UK employment law and Employers of Record.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and well-organised; able to multi-task.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to career development.
• Partner with managers and Legal to provide HR guidance and ensure compliance across teams.
• Manage employee relations and provide resolution strategies.
• Oversee HR administration and benefits with Legal, Finance and other stakeholders.
• Lead HR coordinators in London and New York.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and culture.
• Support international growth including US and Canada employment practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

People management

Organised

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree (2.1+)

Job description

Luminance in London is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead our growing global team and shape people strategy across multiple countries.

This senior, hands-on role requires building scalable processes for recruitment, development and retention while partnering with senior management to ensure UK employment law compliance and a strong company culture. Travel to international teams is expected as part of growth.