Head of HR

1 month ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom Farrer Barnes Limited Full time

My client is looking to recruit a Head of HR for a charity based in Kent. The business is looking to add a high calibre individual to drive through changes and improvements.
The role will be responsible for providing operational guidance to the team and strategic support to the senior management team by providing commercially focused HR solutions, supporting the business through change, support and inspire individuals to reachtheir full potential and foster a high performing culture.
Key responsibilities will include;
- Working closely with the SMT and the HR team to deliver a best in class HR provision to internal and external stakeholders
- Develop and implement HR specific operational strategies and initiatives to support the delivery of business strategy
- Managing the change process to ensure that there is no drop in outputs from the team and that change is championed
- Instil talent management initiatives to ensure improved attraction, retention and development of staff
- Communicate and reinforce the company’s values and beliefs about people to develop a high performing organisation.
- Manage the ER work streams to ensure statutory compliance and the best possible outcome for the organisation

Strong HR directing experience is essential, and the ability to work closely and advise the senior management team on all areas of HR.Extensive experience of managing recruitment and retention strategies, advising line managers on all manner of ER issuesand managing change projects is essential.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment businessfor the supply of temporary workers.


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