Location: Slough | Hybrid
Reporting to: Managing Director
We’re looking for an experienced Head of HR & Learning and Development to lead our HR and L&D function and play a key role as part of the Leadership Team.
You will shape and deliver the people agenda, as well as ensure robust HR governance and compliance. You’ll lead a talented HR & L&D team and act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, all within an emerging matrix environment.
What you’ll do
* Lead and develop the HR & L&D team, embedding high standards and continuous improvement
* Own HR strategy, policies and processes, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and ISO13485 requirements
* Act as escalation point for complex employee relations and people risk
* Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management and succession planning
* Use HR data and insight to support workforce planning and decision‑making
* Support reward, benefits, payroll governance and people‑related reporting
* Champion diversity, inclusion and employee wellbeing
About You
* CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
* Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Confident influencer with credibility at senior leadership level
* Pragmatic, professional and solutions‑focused
* Previous experience within a similar, regulated environment would be a distinct advantage
* A working awareness of operating within a matrix structure would also be an advantage
Your Benefits
* 34 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
* Generous Pension
* Private Medical
* Medical cash back scheme
* Company sick pay
* Life Assurance
* Critical illness and income protection (service requirements apply)
* Perkbox benefits platform
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