Job Description
Head of People 12 month FTC (likely rolling)
Cambridge based (2–3 days in the office)
* We’re working with a growing, purpose-led organisation in Cambridge that’s moving from a start-up, into a more structured, long-term phase. With secure multi-year funding in place and a clear focus on building a strong people strategy, this is a genuinely impactful HR role where you’ll help shape what “good” looks like.
* This isn’t a steady-state HR position. It’s an opportunity to step into a business that’s evolving quickly and play a key role in developing its people offering from the ground up while improving what’s already in place.
* Key Responsibilities
* Lead on the development of a training and development strategy aligned to business growth
* Design and implement a graduate entry programme
* Support and develop HR infrastructure as the organisation matures/grows
* Partner closely with senior stakeholders, including deputising for leadership where needed
* Drive improvements in people processes, policies and overall employee experience
* Support H&S audits and ensure compliance frameworks are fit for purpose
* Work collaboratively across finance, operations and global teams
* Skills & Experience Required
* Proven HR experience ideally within a start-up or scale-up environment
* Ability to move between hands-on delivery and strategic thinking
* Experience building and improving HR processes and frameworks
* Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence at senior level
* Experience designing training or people development initiatives
* Commercially aware and pragmatic approach to HR
* Desirable
* Experience setting up HR foundations in a growing business
* Exposure to Employer of Record (EoR) models
* CIPD qualified or working towards
Why This Role?
* Real opportunity to shape and influence people strategy
* Collaborative, supportive environment with strong leadership access
* Business environment which is investing heavily in people development and long-term growth
* Fast-moving, low-bureaucracy culture where ideas can be implemented quickly
What you can expect
* Competitive salary DOE
* Company pension with generous employer contribution
* Private medical insurance
* 25 days holiday plus BH
* Hybrid working