About this role
Head of HR
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Fully Onsite)
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £70,000 Depending on Experience
We are delighted to be partnering with a growing professional services business to recruit a Head of HR.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR leader to shape and deliver the people strategy during a period of growth. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will drive employee engagement, talent development and organisational performance while maintaining a positive, high-performing culture.
The Role
As Head of HR, you will lead the HR function, providing both strategic direction and hands-on support across the employee lifecycle. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, ensuring people initiatives align with business objectives and future growth plans.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver the people strategy.Partner with senior leaders on all HR matters.Lead recruitment, talent management and succession planning.Manage complex employee relations cases.Ensure HR policies and practices remain compliant.Drive engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives.Lead performance management and development processes.Support organisational change and business growth projects.Use HR data and insights to inform decision-making.Lead and develop the HR team. About You
You will be an experienced HR leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growing environment.
You Will Bring
CIPD Level 7, or Level 5 with significant experience.Experience in a Head of HR, Head of People, People Director or similar leadership role.Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.Proven experience developing and implementing people strategies.Strong employee relations and stakeholder management skills.Experience supporting organisational growth and change.Commercial awareness and the ability to align HR with business objectives.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping culture, developing talent and supporting the continued growth of an ambitious organisation.