Head of People
il y a 8 jours
Huntingdon
Head of People (Maternity Cover) Location: Huntingdon (with travel across the county) Salary: £59,000 – £69,000 Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) We’re partnering with a highly respected public sector organisation who are looking for an experienced Head of People from a Public Sector background to join on a maternity cover basis, ensuring stability and leadership for an established HR team. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where culture and employee wellbeing are placed front and centre. You’ll work closely with supportive Senior Leadership Team, playing a key role in maintaining high standards across people management, governance, and compliance - all while contributing to the wider community impact this organisation delivers daily. Directly managing 1 manager with wider accountability for 5 others it’s imperative that you have previous line management experience. The Role • Provide leadership and stability to an established HR team during a period of maternity cover., • Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, attending and contributing to strategic discussions., • Ensure the organisation remains legally compliant and aligned with best practice in people management., • Deliver guidance and support to HR Business Partners and Assistants across a headcount of c.650 staff., • Act as custodian of existing strategies and plans – with a focus on maintaining progress rather than implementing large-scale change., • Support a positive culture of inclusion, wellbeing, and engagement, working closely with unions and external authorities. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience at Head of People / Senior HR Leadership level (not a step-up opportunity)., • Background within the public sector, NHS, local government, not-for-profit, or regulated industries., • Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and governance., • Experience working within a unionised environment., • Poses the ability to provide calm, dependable leadership., • Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels, ensuring HR delivery remains consistent and robust. This role will offer a salary of £59,000 – £69,000 (DOE) along with hybrid working – c.3 days a week in the office / onsite, with travel across the county. It’s important to know this is a caretaker role – offering stability, guidance, and leadership to an already high-functioning team. The organisation is well respected, with a collaborative and supportive Senior Leadership Team, and invests heavily in its people and culture. If you have a Public Sector background and are looking for a rewarding contract, where you can immediately add value and support both employees and the wider community, this is an exceptional opportunity. So please do reach out!