People Director (Stand Alone) London £100,000 - £120,000 Professional Services/ Data, Analytics We are an ambitious, fast-growing organisation at the forefront of transforming businesses on a global scale. We are seeking a dynamic, strategic yet hands on Head of People to lead the charge in driving organisational change and empowering our talent for the future. If you have a passion for leading transformative change and experience working in a professional services environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a business of c. 100 people (carve out) (this will be the culminatiuon of two smaller businesses merging) - please, have experience of either a stand alone role - or of an SME (PE Backed). This role will suit someone coming from a professional services/ regulated background, ideally within a PE Backed environment. More about the role: Support the people strategy for business transformation, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and vision. Partner closely with executive leadership to design and implement organisational changes that improve efficiency, performance, and culture. Develop and execute talent management strategies that attract, retain, and develop top talent, ensuring a high-performing, engaged workforce. Guide and support senior leaders in navigating the complexities of organisational change and building leadership capabilities across the business. Oversee the development of learning and development programmes tailored to the needs of a rapidly evolving business environment. Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and addressing gaps in leadership, employee engagement, and operational effectiveness. Implement robust processes and systems to support organisational change, including performance management, succession planning, and workforce planning. More about you: Proven experience in a Head of People/ People Director role, ideally with a background in professional services, consulting, or other fast-paced, high-growth industries. Strong expertise in driving organisational change, transformation projects, and aligning people strategies with business goals. Exceptional leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation. Expertise in talent management, employee development, and performance management in dynamic environments. Strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically while driving operational excellence. Experience in managing complex people issues with a focus on creating high-performance cultures. A forward-thinking approach, with an ability to anticipate future people trends and challenges.