People Director

Low Carbon; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a People Director to lead HR strategies in a pivotal growth phase. This role is integral to shaping organizational development and enhancing employee engagement within a purpose-driven environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the leadership team to implement effective people strategies, oversee HR operations, and ensure compliance across multiple regions. If you are an ambitious HR professional with a passion for creating positive workplace cultures and driving organizational success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior HR experience, ideally within financial services.
• Deep understanding of reward frameworks and incentive schemes.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations and improve processes.
• Oversee global reward administration and ensure compliance.
• Lead organizational design and workforce planning efforts.

Skills

Senior HR Experience

International HR Operations

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Reward Frameworks

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Head of Talent & Engagement - Low Carbon Ltd

About Low Carbon

Low Carbon is a purpose-driven company that creates large-scale renewable energy in the global fight against climate change. Our mission is to protect the planet for future generations while delivering positive returns for our communities and investors. We develop, invest in, and operate large-scale renewable energy projects worldwide, aiming to maximize renewable energy production while minimizing environmental impact.

Our people and culture are very important to us. We are friendly, approachable, and professional. We value enthusiasm, entrepreneurial spirit, clear communication, and drive. Our purpose and passion for combating climate change make Low Carbon a great place to work, as reflected in our colleagues’ recommendations.

Role Description

The People Director is a key member of the Low Carbon Leadership team, responsible for providing strategic insights and addressing potential issues across all people-related topics. They will collaborate closely with the CEO, Executive Committee, and Board to inform decision-making and support strategic objectives.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, purpose-driven HR professional with a mix of strategic and tactical expertise to lead organizational development during a pivotal phase of growth.

You will be expected to:

• Develop and implement the organisation’s People Strategy aligned with business needs and future vision.
• Contribute to business strategy and performance as a UK leadership team member.
• Partner with the CEO and leaders to address organizational challenges, ensuring capability and performance.
• Establish a professional HR operation with best practices and efficient systems.
• Lead global reward strategies, including designing new reward structures, managing job architecture, and overseeing compensation processes.
• Review and optimize organizational design for capacity and effectiveness.
• Oversee employee engagement and talent acquisition initiatives.
• Create talent development programs and performance measurement systems.
• Lead HR functions across multiple geographies, including Germany and Poland.
• Manage and update policies, procedures, and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations, continuously improving processes and reporting.
• Ensure accurate execution of HR processes: benefits, payroll, employee relations, performance management, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Oversee global reward administration, including benchmarking, salary reviews, bonuses, and incentives, ensuring legal and tax compliance.
• Design reward frameworks and lead change management initiatives.
• Develop and maintain policies supporting regulatory compliance across regions.
• Lead organizational design and workforce planning efforts.
• Support the company’s values and culture development, aligned with its mission and principles.
• Assist the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee’s work.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive senior HR experience, ideally within financial services, including international HR operations, especially in Europe.
• Deep understanding of reward frameworks, including share plans, bonuses, and incentive schemes.
• Highly data-driven, capable of analyzing HR data to enhance employee experience.
• Proven senior HR business partner experience.
• Excellent communication skills, able to simplify complex concepts clearly and consistently.