People Director: Shape Culture & Talent Strategy

LendInvest; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm located in Glasgow is seeking an experienced People Director to lead its people strategy. This pivotal role involves partnering with the CEO to enhance the company culture and attract exceptional talent. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior leadership role within a high-growth FinTech environment, strong understanding of UK employment law, and the ability to drive performance-led culture. The position offers a competitive salary with various employee benefits, including a hybrid working policy and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus scheme

Hybrid working policy

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Matched pension contributions up to 4%

Critical illness cover

Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health support

Life assurance

Regular performance reviews

Leadership training for managers

Give as you earn scheme

Support for attending conferences

Discounts via Perkbox

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Electric car loan scheme

Monthly socials & annual offsite

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior People leadership role within a high-growth FinTech or lender.
• Demonstrated success in shaping and delivering people strategies.
• Deep understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the people strategy to attract and retain exceptional talent.
• Partner with leadership to define and deliver People strategy.
• Ensure compliance and competitive people policies within financial service standards.

Skills

Fundraising

Management Experience

Coaching

Analysis Skills

Strategic Planning

Team Management

Budgeting

Leadership Experience

Mentoring

Public Speaking

Negotiation

Supervising Experience

Job description

A dynamic financial services firm located in Glasgow is seeking an experienced People Director to lead its people strategy. This pivotal role involves partnering with the CEO to enhance the company culture and attract exceptional talent. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior leadership role within a high-growth FinTech environment, strong understanding of UK employment law, and the ability to drive performance-led culture. The position offers a competitive salary with various employee benefits, including a hybrid working policy and enhanced parental leave.