HR Director / Associate Director of People - 6 month FTC

Summary: The HR Director / Associate Director of People role is a six-month fixed-term contract within a large public sector not-for-profit organization. The position involves leading the People/HR function, supporting the Chief People Officer, and implementing effective people management practices. The role emphasizes employee development, engagement, and the promotion of organizational values such as innovation and inclusivity. The position offers hybrid working arrangements with a base in Bristol.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the People/HR function and develop a robust framework for efficient systems and processes.
• Support the Chief People Officer in building people practices and embedding good management practices.
• Lead the EDI & Staff Engagement function to enhance employee engagement and organizational values.
• Coach and support managers to become empowered leaders who inspire their teams.
• Ensure employees have access to development opportunities to reach their full potential.
• Encourage constructive two-way dialogue to keep employees informed and engaged.

Key Skills:

• Knowledge of human and organizational change, learning, and development.
• Understanding of organizational development for positive outcomes.
• Familiarity with management and leadership theory and best practices.
• Ability to devise and use tools for team and individual development.
• Strong influencing skills across diverse stakeholders in challenging environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for conveying complex information.
• Project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver on time.
• Ability to act as a role model for best people practices.

Salary (Rate): 87000

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: HR