People Director

Various Eateries PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic People Director to shape their culture and attract top talent. This senior leadership role involves crafting a progressive people strategy that supports ambitious growth while ensuring compliance with employment laws. You'll lead initiatives that foster engagement, performance, and inclusivity, creating an environment where everyone thrives. With an industry-leading salary and exceptional benefits, this is a unique opportunity to influence the future of hospitality and make a meaningful impact in a people-first organization.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced wellness benefits

Generous bonus scheme

Incredible dining discounts

Opportunity to shape culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior HR leader in hospitality or fast-paced environments.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and complex people challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop a progressive people strategy aligned with growth plans.
• Champion culture and ensure compliance with employment legislation.

Skills

UK employment law knowledge

Strategic thinking

Culture building

People management

Commercial awareness

Inclusivity advocacy

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

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Salary: Industry Leading + Exceptional Benefits Package

About Us

At Various Eateries, people are everything. With brands like Coppa Club and Noci, we’re building something special — stylish venues, effortless hospitality, and teams who thrive on delivering unforgettable experiences. As we grow, we need a People Director who can shape our culture, attract the very best talent, and build a people strategy that sets us apart from the rest.

The Role

This is a senior leadership position, reporting directly to the CEO and playing a key role in shaping the future of the business. You’ll lead on all things People, from talent attraction and development to culture, engagement, performance — and ensuring we are fully compliant with all aspects of employment law.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Creating and delivering a progressive people strategy that supports our ambitious growth plans.
• Building a standout employer brand that attracts and retains the very best talent in hospitality.
• Developing industry-leading training & development programmes that unlock potential at every level.
• Championing culture — ensuring our people feel valued, inspired, and empowered to be their best.
• Ensuring the business remains fully compliant with all relevant employment legislation, offering expert guidance to senior leaders and acting as the go-to person for all complex ER matters.
• Driving a culture of accountability and performance that balances commercial success with brilliant people experiences.
• Providing strategic and operational advice on everything from contracts and policies to employee relations, TUPE, and tribunal risks.
• Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion sit at the heart of how we recruit, develop, and lead.
• Being a trusted advisor to the Board and wider leadership team on all people matters.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A senior HR/People leader with a track record of success in hospitality, retail, or a fast-paced service-led environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with the ability to confidently guide the business through complex people challenges.
• A strategic thinker who can see the big picture, but isn’t afraid to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in.
• A natural culture-builder who understands how to create places people love to work.
• Commercially switched-on, with a clear understanding of how great people drive great results.
• Passionate about creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
• Someone who brings fresh thinking — challenging the status quo and bringing new ideas to the table.

What’s In It For You:

• Industry-leading salary and benefits package
• Private healthcare and enhanced wellness benefits
• A genuine seat at the table in a business where people really do come first
• Generous bonus scheme linked to both personal and company performance
• Incredible dining discounts across our brands
• The chance to shape the culture and people strategy of a business that’s redefining hospitality

*please note: the deadline for applications to this role is 14th March.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Hospitality