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Your new companyHays is thrilled to partner with an impressive, purpose-driven organisation to recruit a Head of People Policy. This newly created role reflects their inspiring people strategy and ambitious goals. They celebrate diversity, recognising it as the cornerstone of all innovation and creativity.
Your new role
You'll work in a stimulating and critically engaged workplace! The Head of People Policy will collaborate closely with the Director of Human Resources to develop and implement people policies, collective employee relations, and reward agendas.
You will lead and shape the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy, manage a portfolio of HR projects, and contribute to the leadership of the HR function.
Your key responsibilities include coaching and supporting managers, creating and delivering training, and ensuring policies align with technological advancements. You will also play a crucial role in horizon-scanning for developments in employment law and HR practices, and help advance the organisational development strategy.
What you'll need to succeedYou'll be degree-educated and CIPD Level 7 qualified or have equivalent experience. You should have demonstrable generalist HR experience in a complex organisation and be particularly knowledgeable in policy development, employment legislation, and EDI.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to produce high-quality documentation and presentations, strong data analysis skills, and impeccable attention to detail will help you thrive. Experience in reward management and proven project management skills will be advantageous.
What you'll get in return
This forward-thinking organisation is committed to fostering professional growth and development. They offer a supportive environment to help you achieve your career goals and expand your experience.
The salary is circa £47,000 - £56,000 FTE and the benefits package includes a generous pension, 39 days of annual leave (including Christmas closure and bank holidays). This position is a 0.8 FTE (full-time equivalent) contract with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
For a confidential chat, please contact Louisa London, Senior HR Appointments for East Anglia & Essex at Hays.
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