Strategic HR Director - Tech & Group Functions

Royal mail; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics organization is seeking an HR Director to shape the people strategy during significant transformation. The role involves working closely with senior executives to ensure alignment with business strategy and managing critical HR functions. Candidates should possess significant HR leadership experience in corporate functions, a strong understanding of UK employment law, and the ability to navigate union dynamics. The position is hybrid in London, with a 12-month fixed-term contract offering a unique opportunity to influence change.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading HR in both generalist and specialist capacities.
• Corporate Functions/Technology experience essential.
• Proven expertise in complex organisational design, development, and change.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the end-to-end HR strategy for Technology & Group Functions.
• Shape and deploy the transformation agenda focusing on workforce design.
• Partner the CIO and Group Leaders to create a sustainable people strategy.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Exceptional execution capability

Outstanding communication skills

Deep understanding of UK employment law

Expert knowledge of UK trade union legislation

Resilient and collaborative

Education

Degree-level education or extensive equivalent experience

CIPD accreditation or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

A leading logistics organization is seeking an HR Director to shape the people strategy during significant transformation. The role involves working closely with senior executives to ensure alignment with business strategy and managing critical HR functions. Candidates should possess significant HR leadership experience in corporate functions, a strong understanding of UK employment law, and the ability to navigate union dynamics. The position is hybrid in London, with a 12-month fixed-term contract offering a unique opportunity to influence change.