People Services Director

Henry Blue; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a People Services Director to lead its HR initiatives starting in January. This temporary full-time role requires ownership of the HR agenda including recruitment, development, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have substantial senior HR leadership experience, CIPD Level 7 qualifications, and a strong influence at a strategic level, particularly driving digital HR transformations. You will foster an inclusive environment and oversee impactful people metrics within the organization.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent and substantial senior HR leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and safeguarding.
• Proven ability to deliver organisational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR agenda covering recruitment and talent development.
• Drive operational excellence focusing on digital innovation.
• Partner with senior leaders to shape impactful People Strategy.

Skills

HR leadership experience

Knowledge of employment law

Excellent influencing skills

Digital HR transformation

Organisational change initiatives

Education

CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent)

Job description

People Services Director Required

January start, temporary full-time role.

What You'll Do:

• Lead with purpose: Take ownership of the HR agenda, covering recruitment, talent development, performance, payroll, and compliance.
• Drive transformation: Promote operational excellence and lead the charge on digital innovation.
• Prioritise wellbeing: Foster an environment where colleagues feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.
• Influence at a strategic level: Partner with senior leaders to shape and deliver an impactful People Strategy.
• Demonstrate impact: Oversee budgets and present key people metrics to the Corporation Board.
• Champion inclusion: Ensure diversity, equity, and belonging are embedded throughout the College experience.

What You'll Bring:

• CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent) and substantial senior HR leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, safeguarding, and HR best practice.
• A proven ability to deliver organisational change and engagement initiatives.
• Excellent influencing skills and the confidence to lead across all levels.
• Experience driving digital HR transformation and working across multiple sites.
• Understanding of governance and reporting requirements within education or public sector environments.

Please get in touch if interested