Operations Director of People Jigsaw Homes Group

At Jigsaw Homes Group we don't just provide housing, we build thriving communities. As one of the largest housing providers in England, managing over 35,000 homes across the North West and East Midlands with more than 1,300 colleagues, we are committed to empowering people, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation in everything we do.

About The Role
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We are now looking for an exceptional Operations Director of People to join our leadership team and to lead and shape our HR, Payroll, Health & Safety, and Facilities functions. This role is pivotal in aligning our people strategy with our ambitious business goals, ensuring a high-performance culture while championing inclusion, diversity, and employee development. From helping to drive forward our Corporate Plan and overseeing a high-profile EDI mentoring agenda to implementing a new HR system, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Why join us?

• Influence and shape a people-first agenda in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Be part of a Group that is innovating housing solutions and creating stronger communities.
• Open to new perspectives; whether you're looking for a step up or transitioning from another sector, if you share our passion for people and inclusion, we want to hear from you.
• Benefit from a hybrid working model and a four-day working week.
  
  

Join us in shaping the future of Jigsaw Homes Group. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

To find out more, please visit our microsite here.

How to apply

To apply please complete our online registration form, attaching the following three documents in PDF or Word format:

• A detailed CV (around 2 pages), including details of positions held and dates (including achievements relevant to the role).
• A Statement of Suitability (around 2 pages) that provides evidence of how your skills and experience meet the criteria in the person specification and your motivation for the role.
• Full contact details (name, phone, and email) for two referees (including your current employer). Please upload these separately from your CV and note that we will not take up references without your prior permission.
  
  

We kindly ask all applicants to complete our brief online recruitment monitoring form, as it plays a crucial role in helping us improve our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Your responses are completely anonymous and will greatly contribute to fostering a fair and inclusive recruitment process.

You will receive an automated acknowledgment (Please check your junk folder as it may go in there). Your application will be treated with strictest confidence.

Important Dates

• Closing date: 10 am, Monday 24 March 2025.
• Interviews: Monday 31 March 2025.
• Final selection: 10 April 2025, held in person at our office in Leigh, WN7 4LJ.
  
  

The role reference code is ALT371.

If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch with our retained advisor at Altair Ltd: Sioned Hughes, Head of Recruitment, email: 0788 779 1381.

Further information

If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about this role, please get in touch with our retained advisor at Altair Ltd: Sioned Hughes, Head of Recruitment, email or mobile: 0788 779 1381.