Summary: The Head of HR (Maternity Cover) at FEC is a strategic leadership role focused on aligning HR functions with business objectives and enhancing employee engagement. This position, based in Manchester, involves mentoring the HR team, advising senior leaders, and overseeing core HR functions while ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The role is critical for shaping people strategies across the UK until March 2026. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior HR roles and a strong understanding of HR best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering a high-performing and inclusive workplace.
• Advise and collaborate with senior leaders, influencing key HR and organisational decisions.
• Act as the primary HR contact for employee relations matters, ensuring a fair and transparent workplace.
• Develop and implement HR policies to ensure compliance with UK employment law.
• Oversee training initiatives, equipping managers with strong people leadership skills.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience as a Head of HR, HR Manager, or similar senior HR leadership role.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, ideally within a multinational environment.
• Expert knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that drive business success.
• Strong experience managing employee relations, grievances, and policy development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other