Director of People & Change

We’re recruiting a Director of People & Change for a public sector client on a 12-month Inside IR35 contract, paying market rates. The role is hybrid, with 2–3 days a week on-site in London, Cardiff, Croydon, Sale, Birmingham or Wakefield. Key Responsibilities * Lead a strategic HR function covering L&D, ER, talent, wellbeing, H&S, payroll, and EDI. * Drive large-scale change programmes, including workforce design and cultural transformation. * Build inclusive policies, support organisational development, and enhance employee experience. * Act as a senior people advisor, engaging confidently with executive stakeholders and trade unions. Essential Skills * Senior HR leadership in public sector or large complex environments. * Strong transformation, ER, and trade union experience. * Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills. * CIPD Level 7 qualified. * BPSS clearance (or willing to undergo). Interested? Please apply below. HR Director, People & Change, Transformation, CIPD, ER, Trade Union, EDI, Public Sector, Inside IR35, Hybrid, Canary Wharf, Cardiff, Croydon, Sale, Birmingham, Wakefield