Director of Human Resources

3 days ago

Northampton, United Kingdom University of Northampton Full time

Location: University of Northampton Waterside Campus / Hybrid

Help Guide us in Shaping the Future of Work at the University of Northampton

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where excellence thrives. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we are committed to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. We aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and empower every individual to achieve their best.

Our Values

  • Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
  • Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net-zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
  • Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
  • Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.

Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.

At the University of Northampton, we are dedicated to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact.

We are seeking to appoint to the post of Director of Human Resources.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer & Deputy Vice Chancellor, and as a member of the University Leadership Team, the Director of HR will provide inspirational leadership to deliver sustainable, long-term transformation, developing and leading a strategic people and organisational development agenda, which is complimented by innovative approaches to service design and delivery.

Operating with credibility, experience and confidence, the Director of HR will take the lead in defining the future of work at the University of Northampton and guide us through a period of profound change and development. You will work collaboratively with the University Leadership team to extend our capacity and capabilities, optimise opportunities for effectiveness and efficiency, drive unified culture of customer service, and develop a truly inclusive environment that enhances the experience of our students and staff, facilitating the growth or a strong and supportive University community.

We are seeking an exceptional leader with a proven track record of leading Human Resources across large scale, complex organisation.  You don’t need to have experience of Higher Education, and we are keen to hear from senior HR professionals across all sectors. A natural collaborator, you will possess the interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills to succeed in a leading higher education institution. This role will suit professionals who excel at delivering change and transformation to deliver ‘best in class’ service.

Please click Apply for further details.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Jacqueline Lau jacqueline.lau@gatenbysanderson.com or Maliha Ahmed maliha.ahmed@gatenbysanderson.com

Closing Date for applications is 9am, Monday 4th November

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion. This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.

Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change

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