At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HR strategy and drive transformation across our Gloucester sites.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aviation, defence, and space technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a commitment to sustainability.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for impactful change.
- Why this job: Shape the future of HR in a dynamic, high-tech environment.
- Qualifications: Proven HR leadership experience in regulated environments and strong emotional intelligence.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with more than 110,000 employees and revenue of 31.3 billion euros in 2025, and holds, alone or in partnership, global or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and Innovation roadmaps.
We're seeking a strategic and inspiring Divisional Human Resources Director to lead the people agenda across our Landing Systems Gloucester sites, supporting both Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) businesses. This is a pivotal leadership role operating within two distinct business models, each with challenges and significant growth opportunities. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the organisation's future-driving transformation, building organisational capability, and enabling sustainable performance through people. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of working in regulated P&L driven environments, covering a range of HR functions alongside being a proven leader who has a high degree of emotional intelligence.
What will your day‑to‑day responsibilities look like?
- Deliver and develop the people strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Lead organisational development, design and workforce planning.
- Promote collaboration and engagement across functions, divisions and Safran businesses.
- Operate and lead across dual operating models.
- Translate business challenges into impactful and timely HR solutions.
- Use people analytics to inform decisions.
- Strengthen leadership and management capability.
- Embed and deepen talent development approaches.
- Lead a high‑performing HR team.
- Strengthen HR's strategic and operational impact.
- Build trusted senior relationships across SLS and Safran.
- Maintain strong Trade Union engagement and dialogue.
- Ensure compliance and promote inclusion.
What will you bring to the role?
Essential skills:
- Significant demonstratable HR leadership experience across regulated or P&L driven business.
- Experience across differing business models (preferably to include Engineering & Manufacturing).
- Proven background in transformation and talent strategy.
Desirable skills:
- Proven ability to engage & drive high performing teams.
- Ability to be strategic and able to demonstrate commercial awareness when making decisions.
- Excellent influencing skills at all levels.
- Adaptable and resilient.
- Commitment to integrity, collaboration and transparency.
- Experience in unionised environments.
Human Resources Director in Gloucester employer: Safran UK
Safran is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Gloucester, where innovation meets sustainability in the aviation and defence sectors. With a strong commitment to employee growth, Safran provides extensive development opportunities and fosters a collaborative culture that values integrity and transparency. Joining Safran means being part of a global leader dedicated to shaping a safer, more sustainable future while empowering its workforce to thrive in diverse and challenging business models.
