HR Director

**Location: Addlestone, England, United Kingdom

Job ID:
85299**
We Elevate... Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a
HR Director

Your Main Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on people-related strategies that drive operational efficiency, growth, and transformation.
• Oversee HR operations for approximately 570 employees across the UK and Ireland.
• Develop and execute a people strategy aligned with the business vision, strategy, and objectives to deepen a high-performance culture.
• Steward organisational design to enable effective decision-making, focus on core priorities, and ensure agility, scalability, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Formulate systems and strategies that advance the organisation towards its mission and goals.
• Partner with senior leaders to design effective organisational structures.
• Build a culture centred on collaboration, performance, and continuous development.

HR Cycle

• Lead all core HR activities across the employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, employee relations, engagement, performance management, capability development, and payroll.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date, legally compliant, and consistently applied across the company.
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics, such as headcount, turnover, absence, and employee engagement.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with UK employment law, right-to-work requirements, GDPR, and health & safety regulations.
• Standardise policies, contracts, and HR processes across all brands.

Talent, Training & Engagement

• Improve hiring quality and consistency across all divisions.
• Develop onboarding, training, and leadership development frameworks.
• Drive retention through enhanced communication, clarity, and engagement initiatives.

Performance, Reward & Development

• Create and manage performance review cycles and progression pathways.
• Assess and benchmark salary, benefits, and bonus structures across the group.
• Support succession planning and leadership capability development.

What You Bring
Experience & Qualifications

• 8-10 years demonstrable HR leadership experience is desirable.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPD).
• Previous experience within a similar sector/environment is ideal.

Legal & Compliance Knowledge

• Strong understanding of UK and Ireland employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation structures, organisational design, and HR compliance.

Strategic & Operational Skills

• Demonstrable ability to lead HR strategy while effectively managing day-to-day operations.
• Ability to work under pressure while balancing the needs of the organisation and the people agenda.
• Positive attitude towards developing policies, processes, and procedures. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills.
• Demonstrable analytical skills and conceptual thinking to drive impact.
• Problem-solving skills, including conflict resolution and mediation.

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead by example.
• Relationship-building skills (internal and external).
• Empathetic approach.

Organisational & Technical Skills

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills; ability to multi-task.
• Strong IT skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Essential) and SAP (Essential).
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office, SAP).
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Self-motivated.

What's in it for you?

• Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
• Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus.
• Company car or allowance (for eligible roles).
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day.
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution.
• Comprehensive life assurance.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• Free eye tests and eyewear discounts.
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts.

We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

**Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler

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