Group Head of People

• Lead and develop a team of 5
• Partner with our leadership team to align people & change initiatives with business strategy
• Provide tools, training and guidance to managers and teams to build change resilience
• Anticipate future talent needs and shape workforce planning
• Drive Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts across all levels of the organisation
• Champion our values and embed them into everything we do
• Design initiatives that boost engagement, belonging and employee well-being
• Act as a culture ambassador across the business, ensuring every employee feels supported and heard
• Oversee smooth HR operations including contracts of employment, onboarding and HRIS Management
• Continuously improve HR processes for efficiency and employee experience
• Ensure compliance with employment law, health & safety and industry regulations
• Develop and maintain fair, competitive frameworks
• Regularly review benefits to ensure they meet employee needs and market standards
• Lead reward and recognition programmes that celebrate contribution and achievements

• CIPD qualification (or equivalent) demonstrating a strong professional foundation in HR and people management
• Proven experience in senior HR or People leadership roles
• Hands on experience with organisational change and multi-site projects
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR policies and best practice
• Capability to design and implement people aligned to business goals
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with discretion and empathy
• Strong analytical skills and comfort using HR data to inform decisions
• Flexibility and willingness to travel across our sites in Scotland, Belfast, Northeast and Southwest England

Competitive salary, benefits and rewards package