Job Description
Our client - a large multi-site organisation in the specialist service sector, is seeking to appoint an Interim HR Director (12-18 months) to oversee the HR / Training / Payroll functions in the business. Key responsibilities: Provide expert professional advice to senior management in all areas of HR, including payroll, learning and development, employment law, HR policy and best practice. Develop effective employment policies in consultation with senior managers, trade unions, staff. Provide professional leadership, support and development to staff within the HR remit in order to increase knowledge, share best practice and ensure professional standards are met. Ongoing review and improvement of the companys occupational health, employee programmes, staff benefits and packages. Be accountable for company compliance with current regulations, professional standards, policies and procedures and legislation. Oversee the development and implementation of succession planning. Analyse and review HR statistical reports to identify trends, so that key issues and resources are adjusted accordingly. Form a strong organisational culture, so that the company values are displayed. Effectively communicate any initiatives and programmes that encourage delivery of the companys values. Champion a high-performance culture with a focus on successful outcomes. Oversee the creation of training and development plans for all employees and ensure they operate at a consistently high standard. Lead the performance review programme that supports continuous development for all employees. Ensure the efficient management of annual HR budgets. Provide management and strong leadership of the HR business unit functions and staff, including advice and direction on work priorities, budget and staff resources, strategic and policy issues, organisation and staff management issues. Key requirements include: An accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), or a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, or Business-related subject. Minimum 5 years experience in an HR management. Minimum 3 years experience in a senior HR management / group role. Experience of working in a unionised environment desirable Advanced Analytical and Systems skills essential Skills: HR Management Compensation Analytics Training & Development Payroll Employee Relations employment law