Head of HR

  • Gleeson Recruitment Group
  • Jul 02, 2025
Contractor HR / Recruitment

Job Description

I am sourcing a Interim Head of HR to join a prestigious organisation based in Oxford City. This will be for a 3-6 month contract role.

This is a broad, hands-on generalist role where you'll be a key advisor to senior leadership and line managers, guiding them through the full HR life cycle. You'll also champion equality, staff engagement, and internal communications.

Head of HR Key Responsibilities;

  • Owning and updating HR policies and the staff handbook
  • Leading on recruitment and inclusive hiring practices
  • Advising on complex employee relations and absence cases
  • Driving training, development and performance processes
  • Managing HR compliance, contracts, and data accuracy
  • Line-managing a capable HR Assistant
  • Acting as the go-to expert on employment law and equality

Head of HR Experience Required:

  • Strong generalist HR background (ideally in education, public sector, or charity)
  • Confident with employment law, policy and advisory work
  • Experience managing ER, recruitment and pay reviews
  • Personable, professional, and a trusted advisor
  • CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience).

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