Head of People

6 months ago


Hammersmith, United Kingdom ID Agency Full time

Are you passionate about fostering exceptional workplace cultures and developing cutting-edge HR and people strategies? We're seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of People, as a key leader in our organization, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our growth through the innovative programs at every stage of the employee journey for our people.

Agile Retail offers bespoke turn-key retail solutions that span property, design & build, staffing, logistics and trading. Working with the world’s best brands, we help them create better retail stores, launch and run new retail propositions and experiment with the store of tomorrow. Our iD division is a market leader in brand experience campaigns, building and deploying teams of brand ambassadors for some of the worlds' biggest brands.

It’s no secret that our people are our strongest asset and so we need someone who can create and drive a differentiated, highly engaging employee experience for our three communities: retail teams, brand ambassadors and our central HQ team of expert retail consultants.

You’ll need expertise and passion across the full employee journey from recruiting and onboarding through to learning and development.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Strategic Planning**: Develop and implement robust People strategies in line with the company's vision and objectives. Collaborate with senior leadership to align with overall business goals.
- **Employee Engagement**: Drive initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction, motivation, and productivity. Plan and execute programs, events, and activities that foster a positive work environment.
- **Learning and Development Leadership**: Spearhead learning initiatives that foster employee growth and skill enhancement. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and curate programs that align with business objectives.
- **Performance Management**: Design and oversee performance systems that promote and drive employee growth by connecting with our commercial goals and contribute to organizational success. Provide guidance to managers on coaching, feedback, and career development opportunities.
- **Culture Cultivator**: Champion and nurture a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with our values and goals. Lead initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facets of the organization.
- **Diversity and Inclusion Champion**: Lead efforts to create an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusivity. Develop strategies that promote a culture where every individual feels valued and respected.
- **Compliance and Risk Management**: Stay abreast of HR regulations and ensure company-wide compliance. Mitigate risks by implementing best practices and maintaining HR policies that align with legal requirements.

**Qualifications**:
**Experience**: Proven track record in People/Talent/HR leadership roles, ideally within a retail/hospitality/B2C environment with exposure/experience in HQ functions - show us you understand our diverse employee population and what it takes to create genuine engagement.

**Strategic Vision**: Demonstrated ability to align initiatives with business objectives and a forward-thinking approach to practices - tell us something we don’t know.

**Communication and Collaboration**: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization - everyone matters.

**Pragmatic Problem-Solving**: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges with innovative solutions and to know when you have to roll up those sleeves and get it sorted.

**Adaptability**: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing change, and considering a large, diverse employee population

**Why Join Us**:
We are a growing, thriving business and we value innovation, collaboration, and genuine passion for excellence. As the Head of People, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our growth trajectory. We offer challenge, support and you’ll have clear trajectory for professional development and growth.

If you're excited about driving the people initiatives that shape the future of our organization, we'd love to hear from you Join us in creating a workplace where talent thrives and where our culture sets the standard for excellence.


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