Recruitment Director

Leo Recruits; England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A top talent acquisition firm in the UK is seeking a strategic Director of Human Resources to lead HR and recruitment functions. The role involves shaping HR strategy and compliance with employment laws while promoting employee engagement. Candidates should have senior HR leadership experience and strong knowledge of UK employment law. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and performance incentives

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior HR/Recruitment leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of UK employment law.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR and recruitment team.
• Design and implement recruitment strategies.
• Advise senior leadership on workforce planning.

Skills

Senior HR leadership experience

UK employment law knowledge

Strategic thinking

Leadership and people management

Excellent communication skills

HR technology and analytics

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

About Leo Recruits Ltd:
Leo Recruits Ltd is a leading talent acquisition and HR solutions company, committed to delivering innovative recruitment strategies to help businesses grow. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace.

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources / Recruitment Director to lead our HR and recruitment function across the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping HR strategy, driving recruitment excellence, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law while supporting organizational growth and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop the HR and recruitment team, ensuring alignment with company goals.

Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels.

Develop and oversee learning and development, employee engagement, and retention programs.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and sponsor licence obligations.

Advise senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and HR best practices.

Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.

Manage budgets and resources effectively to support HR initiatives.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in a senior HR/Recruitment leadership role (Director/Head of HR/Recruitment).

In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and people management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Experience managing HR technology and analytics to drive data-informed decisions.

Desirable:

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional HR accreditation.

Experience with managing HR teams under a UK sponsor licence.

Experience in talent acquisition for multiple sectors, including corporate and institutional clients.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary in line with Skilled Worker visa requirements ( 50,000/year).

Bonus and performance incentives.

Flexible working arrangements.

Pension scheme and health benefits.

Professional development opportunities

Closing Date: 10/09/2025