HR Director

HR Director

UK Remote (Monthly travel to Dudley)

£50,000-£60,000

Contract: Permanent

The Role

A standalone HR leadership role responsible for building and shaping the entire people function from scratch within a growing organisation.

Initially operating at a hands-on HR Manager level, this role will evolve into a strategic HR Director position, driving the people agenda, implementing systems, and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and implement the HR function, including policies, processes, and systems (HiBob)
• Develop and deliver the people strategy aligned to business growth
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team
• Lead on employee relations, performance management, and compliance
• Drive culture, engagement, and organisational development initiatives
• Implement HR systems, reporting, and people data insights
• Support leadership capability and workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with employment law and regulatory requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a standalone or senior HR role
• CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualified (essential)
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience building or developing HR functions and systems
• Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in a growing environment
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability
• Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver operationally
• Experience in education or regulated environments (desirable)

Interested? Apply today!

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