Head of HR Vacancy, Southwark, London
3 days per week, Office based
£400-£450 per day (Outside IR35)
You must be available to start by the end July.
The role will last until at least the end of September maybe longer.
HR Recruit is currently seeking an experienced Head of HR to work for our rapidly expanding SME in the consultancy sector to cover a period of sickness absence. The focus of the role is to support the ongoing development of the business with a best-in-class people function that secures, develops and retains the best talent. The role reports into the COO and has 1 direct report.
This role has a particular focus on mentoring and supporting young managers in developing their people skills and providing guidance on in the moment management challenges to ensure we maximize our team’s potential while prioritising their mental well-being.
Role Responsibilities
* Develop and implement ongoing HR strategy, in line with the People Strategy.
* Support managers and team leaders on all recruiting matters.
* Advise managers and provide guidance on HR policy and procedures.
* Keep up to date with UK employment legislation.
* Ensure employee relation cases are managed to meet best practice requirements.
* Develop and maintain succession plans to ensure leadership continuity and talent pipeline.
* Develop and maintain HR policies.
* Report key metrics at Board and Senior Leadership meetings
Person Specification
* An open and transparent, compassionate and straight-talking individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Must have at least 5 years previous HR experience in a generalist role.
* Desire to nurture young managers, giving them the tools to excel as future leaders.
* Experienced in strategic recruitment, compensation and benefits, L&D and Organisational Development.
* Proven HR generalist experience on both strategic and operational level.
* Thorough, up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
* Enjoys working autonomously.
* Exceptional planning and project management skills and experience.
* Experienced in working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
* Proficiency in using HR analytics to drive data-informed decision-making.
In return you will receive a day rate of between £400-£450 per day for Limited Company Contactors. For PAYE candidates this rate will be less.
HR Recruit are a national HR focused recruitment agency.We have a team of focused, expert HR executives, proven amongst the leaders in the marketplace. HR Recruit work diligently and meticulously on behalf of a wide range of organisations to secure leading talent. With a proven track record of delivering outstanding results to industry-leading clients our extensive experience as an HR recruitment company means we possess the contacts, specialised knowledge, agility, tactfulness, motivation, trustworthiness and innovative approach to deliver for our clients.
We recruit for permanent, interim and part-time roles across the UK.
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