Head of HR Maternity Cover
Posted 1 day ago by Marlin Selection Recruitment
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The Head of HR position is a senior-level role within the energy infrastructure sector, based in London, for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will lead the HR function, develop strategic initiatives, and provide key leadership during a critical operational phase. This role requires a seasoned HR professional with a strong background in both strategic and operational HR practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading and implementing the company’s HR strategy, aligned with business goals
- Acting as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on people matters
- Driving employee engagement, well-being, and change management initiatives
- Overseeing talent acquisition, retention, succession planning, and performance management
- Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal HR policies
Key Skills:
- Proven HR leadership experience in a strategic and operational capacity
- CIPD Level 7 qualification
- Knowledge of UK employment law, GDPR, and employee relations
- Strong stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skills
- Experience managing third-party HR providers and overseeing payroll/compliance
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: HR
Our client, in the energy infrastructure sector, is looking for a Head of HR to join their London-based team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the full HR function, shape strategic initiatives, and play a key leadership role during an important operational period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading and implementing the company’s HR strategy, aligned with business goals
- Acting as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on people matters
- Driving employee engagement, well-being, and change management initiatives
- Overseeing talent acquisition, retention, succession planning, and performance management
- Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal HR policies
Experience required:
- Proven HR leadership experience in a strategic and operational capacity
- CIPD Level 7 qualification
- Knowledge of UK employment law, GDPR, and employee relations
- Strong stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skills
- Experience managing third-party HR providers and overseeing payroll/compliance
If you are interested, please do apply or reach out to Paula at Marlin Selection.