At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the People Services Directorate and drive workforce transformation.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking Trust Board committed to health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a focus on equality and inclusion.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for strategic influence and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on organisational culture and employee experience.
- Qualifications: CIPD qualified with senior leadership experience in complex organisations.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 117800 £ per year.
The Director of People is a key member of the Trust Board and Executive leadership team and will contribute fully to the overall strategic direction of the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Strategic leadership of the People Services Directorate
- Delivery of the Trusts People Plan and workforce strategy
- Workforce transformation and organisational development
- Staff health and wellbeing
- Recruitment, retention and workforce planning
- Leadership development, talent management and succession planning
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Employee relations and partnership working
- Workforce governance, assurance and risk management
- System leadership across Cheshire and Merseyside
Qualifications
- Chartered Fellow or Member of the CIPD
- Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent
- Senior leadership experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
- Extensive senior leadership experience within a large and complex organisation, ideally within the NHS or wider health and care sector
- Proven track record of leading workforce strategy, organisational development and cultural transformation
- Significant experience of operating effectively at Board level
- Experience of leading large People functions and delivering high quality HR and OD services
- Strong understanding of NHS workforce priorities, employee relations and employment legislation
- Experience of partnership working across organisations and systems
- Compassionate, inclusive and engaging leadership style
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
- Strong strategic and operational leadership capability
- Ability to lead organisational change and continuous improvement
- Political awareness and sound judgement
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams
Director of People employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
As a leading organisation in the health and care sector, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values strategic leadership and employee wellbeing. Our inclusive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous development opportunities, while our commitment to equality and diversity ensures a supportive environment for all staff. Located in Cheshire and Merseyside, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on workforce transformation and organisational development within the community.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
