At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and shape People and Communications strategy during a transformative period.
- Company: Established tech company with a legacy of innovation since 1985.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunity for impactful leadership.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and contribute to significant growth and transformation.
- Why this job: Drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy in a fast-paced setting.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in strategic people leadership and organisational design.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We’re building something powerful.
Let’s build it together.
We've delivered high-performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace.
We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for more brilliant people to join our team.
The Role This 12-Month FTC maternity cover presents a unique opportunity to provide senior People leadership at a pivotal moment in the organisation’s growth journey.
While the business has an established heritage dating back to 1985, the past five years have seen significant transformation, with over 80% of employees joining during this period.
Operating in a fast-paced, acquisitive, and high-change environment, this role requires a leader who brings adaptability, curiosity, and a highly collaborative, hands‑on approach.
As Interim VP People and Comms, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering the People and Mar Com’s agenda—ensuring the organisation has the capability, structure, and culture needed to achieve its strategic ambitions.
This is not a standstill maternity cover; it is a high‑impact opportunity to drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy during a period of rapid evolution.
Open to candidates based out of Colchester, Essex or our Theale, Reading office.
What will I be delivering?
Key
Requirements: Strategic People Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive team Translate business strategy and current roadmap into a clear, pragmatic and progressive people plans.
Evolve this as needed in line with the fast changing environment.
Support organisational design aligned to growth and group structure 2.
Organisational Effectiveness
