People Director- Corporate Functions

Page Personnel; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global corporate business in the UK is seeking a People Director to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR leadership, experience managing teams across Europe, and a proven ability to drive employee engagement initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and a flexible hybrid working policy with opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Strong salary & car allowance

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible working policy

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in a People Director or Head of HR role in a large corporate environment.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing HR teams.
• Understanding of HR best practices and employment laws across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Drive initiatives for enhancing employee engagement.
• Provide strategic HR guidance to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Employee engagement

Knowledge of employment law

Cross-cultural management

Job description

Are you an experienced People professional? Do you have global experience?

About Our Client

You’ll be joining a business that strives for high growth, achieving multi‑billion pound turnover each year. With offices based across Europe & beyond this role will suit someone who is used to managing culturally diverse teams across multiple locations. You’ll be surrounded by a strong team of dedicated professionals, both as part of the large HR and wider business community. You’ll be one step removed from the CPO and have oversight of all of the corporate functions for this well‑recognised business.

Job Description

The People Director will :

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Lead and manage a high‑performing Human Resources team.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and organisational culture.
• Provide strategic HR guidance to a senior leadership team of ~ 15.
• Identify and address workforce development and training needs.
• Partner with other People Directors across the group on a variety of projects.

The Successful Applicant

A successful People Director must have :

• A strong background in HR, including having worked as a “People Director” or “Head of HR” in a large, corporate business
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• European experience (employee groups must have been based across Europe and you must be able to demonstrate examples of adding commercial value across global regions).

What's on Offer

A strong salary & car allowance, private medical insurance, dental insurance, flexible & hybrid working policy and plenty of opportunity for personal development.