Head of People

Role: Head of People

Sector: Creative Design Agency

Permanent (Part-time): 3 days per week

Hybrid: 2-3 days in the office

Salary: £65-75k pa FTE (pro rata for 3 days £39-45k pa)

Location: Bath

Ref: VisionFR3169

VisionFR is delighted to be working with a creative design agency to help find a new Head of People, currently anticipated to be on a 3 day per week basis. Approx 50 people, based in Bath they work with some great blue chip FMCG names along with exciting, up-and-coming brands

The Head of People will have a focus on nurturing, developing, and attracting key talent to the team, ensuring that creativity flourishes, people feel valued, and everyone has the opportunity to grow and develop

About the role

• Championing people and their development: An advocate for making sure all voices are heard and development needs are met to ensure people reach their full potential.
• Building a thriving community: Cultivating a strong sense of belonging, collaboration and connection within the team
• Driving positive change: A proactive force in shaping our people practices in line with the business direction.

What we’re looking for

A passionate and strategic Head of People who will champion the team's growth and well-being. To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• Creative Industry Experience: Proven success in a people-focused role within a fast-paced agency environment, ideally in the creative sector, understanding the unique needs of a creative workforce.
• Strategic HR Leadership: CIPD Chartered Member status (or actively working towards it), demonstrating a deep understanding of HR best practices and employment law, with the ability to translate this knowledge into actionable strategies.
• Proactive System Optimisation: A track record of effectively managing and improving HR systems, processes, and procedures, ensuring seamless information flow and compliance.
• Values-Driven Alignment: A personal and professional philosophy that resonates with the core values of the agency.
• Empowering Coaching & Problem-Solving: Exceptional coaching and problem-solving skills, enabling you to guide and support team members in reaching their full potential.
• Relationship-Building Mastery: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trust and foster positive relationships across all levels within the agency.
• Inclusive and Empathetic Approach: A non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, and empathetic approach, creating a safe and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
• Initiative and Efficiency: A proactive, highly organised, and efficient work style, with the ability to drive new processes and maximise effectiveness.
• System Savvy: Confidence and proficiency in working with HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and efficient management.
• Change Agent: A proven ability to implement and drive positive change within an organisation.

VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and recruitment and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.