Head of Human Resources
Vale of Glamorgan / Hybrid Working – Up to £48,600 per annum – Full-time, Permanent.
We are recruiting a Head of Human Resources for a purpose-led organisation in South Wales.
Role
Lead a supportive HR team while shaping engagement, culture, leadership development and organisational effectiveness across the wider organisation.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the full employee lifecycle and support a wide range of people-focused initiatives.
* Lead and support the HR team.
* Handle complex employee relations matters.
* Drive engagement and culture initiatives.
* Embed leadership and development programmes.
* Support organisational development projects.
* Review staff feedback and turn insight into action.
* Work closely with managers and stakeholders across the organisation.
* Bring structure, consistency and stability to a busy people function.
* Lead with visibility, warmth and approachability across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for an experienced HR professional who enjoys both strategic and operational involvement and thrives within collaborative, purpose-led environments.
Qualifications
* Strong generalist HR experience across the full employee lifecycle.
* Previous experience managing or leading HR teams.
* Confidence in supporting complex employee relations matters.
* A hands‑on and solutions‑focused approach.
* Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills.
* A collaborative, non-hierarchical leadership style.
* A genuine passion for people, engagement and culture.
* CIPD Level 5 or above would be advantageous but is not essential.
* Experience within charity, healthcare, public sector or values‑led organisations would be beneficial; strong commercial backgrounds with clear cultural alignment will also be considered.
Benefits
* Opportunity to genuinely shape and influence the people function.
* Meaningful, purpose-driven organisation.
* Supportive and collaborative culture.
* Broad and varied role with real autonomy.
* Strong work/life balance and flexibility.
* Opportunity to make visible impact quickly.
* Warm, people-focused environment.
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service).
* Free onsite parking.
* Life assurance scheme.
* Healthcare cash plan.
* Employee assistance programme including counselling, legal and financial support.
* 24/7 online GP access.
* Discounted gym membership and shopping discounts.
* Cycle to work, technology and mobile phone schemes.
Employment Model
While the organisation operates a hybrid model, this role is best suited to someone who enjoys being onsite, visible and engaged with teams across the organisation.
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