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Head of HR

Ashley Kate HR Ltd
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

Warrington, Cheshire WA12DS, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Ashley Kate HR & Finance is seeking a Head of HR for their client in Warrington, responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with business goals.
  • The role requires extensive experience leading an HR function in a logistics or manufacturing environment, with a focus on both strategic and operational HR.
  • Candidates must be CIPD qualified, have experience in managing a HR team, and possess strong skills in engagement, talent management, and change management.
  • The position offers a salary of £70,000 per year and requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience.
  • This leadership role involves reporting to the CEO, managing a team of five, and fostering effective relationships with department managers and trade unions.

Ashley Kate HR & Finance are excited to be supporting our client in Warrington to recruit a Head of HR, you will oversee the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. You will play a key role in building a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workforce during a period of change. This leadership position requires a strategic thinker with strong communication and people management skills, who can roll their sleeves up and manage the day to day function within a blue collar environment, who can drive HR transformation and foster a positive company culture.

Head of HR - About you

  • Extensive experience of leading a HR function, and delivering both strategic and operational HR within a Logistics or manufacturing environment.
  • CIPD qualified or equivalent
  • Previous experience of developing and delivering a HR strategy
  • Previous experience of managing a HR team
  • Previous experience in leading in engagement, talent and succession
  • Exceptional at building relationships, communication & excellent leadership skills
  • Experienced in working within a heavily unionised environment
  • Change management experience to include restructure and TUPE
  • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law

Reporting into the CEO you will have a team of 5 reporting into yourself so management experience is crucial. You will be responsible for the strategic direction of the sites with the aim of improving people engagement across the business as they go through a period of growth and acquisition. You will develop effective working relationships with department managers, senior partners and with the Trade Unions. Partnering with company leaders and HR professionals to lead growth, to ensure the achievement of organisational goals and objectives. Some travel is required within the role

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We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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