Strategic HR Leader

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

Goodman Masson is delighted to partner with Ambition Institute to recruit a People Director who will drive organisational excellence.

Ambition is an education charity that aims to create a system where every child can thrive, regardless of their background. The People Director will report directly to the COO and have three direct reports: Head of HR, Associate Director of Professional Development, and internal communications manager.

This role requires strong leadership and governance skills, with a focus on developing and implementing a professional development strategy that delivers for Ambition. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, Executive Committee (ExCo), and Board of Trustees.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a professional development strategy that drives organisational excellence and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Leadership and Governance: Provide values-based leadership, supporting organisational effectiveness, accountability, and inclusion, with regular reporting to trustees and executive teams.
  • Organisational Capability: Advise on people challenges, manage organisational change sensitively, and support complex areas like succession planning to ensure sustainability and growth.
  • Employee Engagement: Enhance employee engagement, culture, and retention, positioning Ambition as an employer of choice, while leading and developing a high-performing HR team.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Promote teamwork and partnership through effective communication and relationship-building, ensuring organisation-wide alignment with people-focused initiatives.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Utilise performance metrics and people data to inform strategic decisions, driving measurable improvements and impactful organisational practices.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in strategic people and culture leadership roles, with experience in leading specialist teams and managing third-party suppliers. A salary of £80,000 + excellent benefits is offered, with the position based in London, near King's Cross, and hybrid working arrangements available.

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