Head of People and Culture at Red Door Recruitment

Full description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR leader to join a successful international organisation.

Reporting to the Director of Business Operations and working closely with the Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver the people strategy for a growing business of approximately 50 employees.

This is a hands-on leadership position combining strategic HR direction with operational delivery. Supported by an HR Manager and Advisor, you will play a key role in developing a positive, high-performing culture whilst ensuring best practice across the full employee lifecycle.

What s in it for you?

Salary: £61,000-£65,800
Hours: Full time, office based

Opportunity to shape and influence people strategy

Senior leadership exposure

Growing international business

Supportive and values-led culture

Chance to make a genuine impact

Flexible hours and the option to work 2 days per week in Bedford/3 days Kings Langley or 5 days in Kings Langley

Key responsibilities:

Develop and deliver the people strategy in line with business objectives and growth plans

Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic and operational HR guidance

Lead workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives

Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational change projects

Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives

Review and develop reward, recognition and benefits programmes

Oversee HR compliance, governance and employment legislation requirements

Lead learning, development and performance management activities

Develop and coach the HR Advisor, creating a collaborative and effective HR function

Drive continuous improvement, innovation and HR system enhancements

Occasional travel opportunities two or three times a year to overseas operations

Experience:

You'll be an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with operational delivery and thrives in a growing SME environment. The role involves travel both in the UK and Central Asia approx. once per month.

Significant HR generalist experience operating at a senior level

Experience developing and implementing HR strategies

Strong employee relations expertise with experience managing complex cases

Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leadership teams

Knowledge of organisational development, engagement and talent management

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience

Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice

We're looking for someone who is:

Collaborative and approachable

Commercially aware and solutions focused

A strong relationship builder

Passionate about developing people

Resilient and adaptable

Committed to continuous improvement

Red Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.

Please note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.