At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance our people strategy, focusing on recruitment, development, and retention.
- Company: Starfish Search Limited, a thriving executive search business in civil society and public policy.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, part-time options, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to inclusivity and diversity.
- Why this job: Shape our company culture and make a real impact on our people’s success.
- Qualifications: Senior HR experience with a knack for problem-solving and commercial insight.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Part-time – We're open to candidates looking for a three or four day week and will consider other flexible working arrangements (e.g. school hours) as appropriate.
Starfish Search Limited is an executive search business working across civil society, health, local government and public policy on senior, high-profile appointments. Our work is split across executive and non-executive roles, and we support both permanent and interim appointments.
Having successfully navigated the pandemic in our first year of trading, we have continued to grow and thrive, and our people and culture agenda has grown with us.
As our new Head of People, reporting directly to one of our Board Directors with a dotted line to the Chief Executive, you will ensure the smooth running and forward planning of the people elements of our business, including how we recruit, develop and retain our workforce from Partners to Assistant Consultants.
Based in our Leeds office, you will be instrumental in driving forward the company’s people objectives and continuing to help us evolve our employer brand, culture and values.
We are looking for a senior HR professional with substantial experience of HR business partnering, who can work closely with our fast-paced leadership team. You will be commercially astute, a natural problem-solver and personally flexible in supporting an evolving business, with a strong understanding of how great people practice enables commercial success.
A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@starfishsearch.com.
People Manager/Head Of People employer: Swift Agency
Starfish Search Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises flexibility and inclusivity, offering part-time roles and accommodating various working arrangements to suit individual needs. With a strong focus on employee development and a vibrant culture, our Leeds office fosters a collaborative environment where HR professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact on our people strategy. Join us to be part of a growing team dedicated to shaping the future of civil society and public policy through effective people management.
