HR Director
đź“Ť Location: Oxfordshire - With travel to other sites
🏢 Food & Distribution Group
đź•’ Full Time | Executive Level
An ambitious, fast-growing food business is looking for a commercially minded and people-focused HR Director to lead its people strategy, modernise HR delivery, and shape a high-performing culture across multiple business units.
đź’Ľ About the Role
As HR Director, you’ll partner with the CEO and senior leaders to design and implement a group-wide HR strategy aligned to business performance and long-term growth. You’ll build & lead a capable HR team, embed consistent and effective people practices, and help build a workplace that is not only efficient, but genuinely a great place to work.
This is a strategic and operational leadership role for an individual who excels in a multi-site, evolving environment.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and execution of a progressive people strategy
* Drive cultural alignment and consistency across all group businesses
* Enhance the employee value proposition to attract and retain top talent
* Implement/Oversee modern HR systems, processes, and policy frameworks
* Lead talent development, succession planning, and performance management
* Act as a key advisor on organisational design, change, and complex ER matters (including TUPE and restructure scenarios)
* Create engaging internal communication and wellbeing strategies
👤 What You’ll Bring
* Significant experience in a senior HR leadership role within food, FMCG, logistics, or manufacturing ideally
* A proven track record in building and leading high-performing HR teams
* Strong grasp of employment law and experience with TUPE, ER, and change management
* Ability to operate at board level while remaining hands-on and practical
* A passion for culture, leadership, and building great employee experiences
* CIPD Chartered/Fellow status or equivalent experience
🌟 Why Apply?
* Opportunity to shape a fast-paced, growing group business
* Real ownership and impact at executive level
* Dynamic, values-led environment
* Broad scope for transformation and innovation
đź“© Interested?
* Apply today for a confidential conversation and find out more.