Head of HR in Leominster

We are working with an established, purpose-led organisation to recruit a Head of Human Resources on a part-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking for a new challenge within a supportive, collaborative and people-focused organisation. Perhaps you have developed your experience in a diverse, fast-paced HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role and are now looking for an opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience in a senior position, whilst enjoying a better work-life balance and reduced working hours. Working closely with a supportive Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, you will play an important role in shaping the organisation's people strategy, providing practical HR leadership and helping to maintain a positive, inclusive and engaging working culture. This is a varied position offering the opportunity to influence at a senior level, make a genuine difference and contribute to an organisation with a clear sense of purpose. What You Can Expect * Competitive salary of £38,890.80 per annum – 30 hours / £48’613.00 FTE * Part-time, permanent position working 30 hours per week over 4–5 days * Based in Leominster, Herefordshire * A supportive and collaborative working environment with an approachable Senior Management Team * An Enhanced DBS check, including the relevant barred list check, will be required for this position * Participate in the Senior Management On-Call rota, providing telephone leadership support – 1 evening and weekend in a 7 week period. What You Will Be Doing * Develop and deliver the organisation's People Strategy and annual HR Operational Plan, ensuring alignment with wider organisational objectives * Lead the HR function, providing practical advice, guidance and support to managers on all employee-related matters * Oversee recruitment, selection, retention, workforce planning and succession planning * Develop, implement and review HR policies, procedures and initiatives, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice * Provide expert advice on employment law, employee relations, disciplinary and grievance matters * Support a positive working culture, driving employee engagement, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives * Lead, mentor and develop the HR team, supporting their ongoing professional development * Monitor workforce data, people metrics and trends, identifying opportunities to improve organisational performance and retention * Support managers with performance management, learning and development and the full employee lifecycle * Ensure effective HR governance, risk management and compliance, including safeguarding and data protection requirements * Work closely with the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and Board, contributing to organisational strategy and business planning * Prepare HR reports and present workforce updates to the Board and People Committee, including co-chairing the People Committee * Work with the Head of Finance to develop and manage HR, recruitment and training budgets * Lead and support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives What We Are Looking For * Significant experience in a broad HR Generalist, HR Business Partner or senior HR management role * Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent * A strong working knowledge of employment legislation and its practical application * Experience developing and implementing HR strategies, policies and procedures * Confident providing advice and guidance to managers across a broad range of employee relations matters * Experience supporting and developing teams, with the ability to build positive and effective working relationships * Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills * A collaborative and approachable style, with the ability to influence and engage people at all levels * A pragmatic and commercially aware approach, balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day operational HR requirements * Comfortable using workforce data and insights to inform decisions and identify opportunities for improvement Recruitment Direct Leominster are an equal opportunities employer and working as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. You must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK to apply for this role. Recruitment Direct Leominster are an equal opportunities employer and working as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. You must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK to apply for this role