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Head of HR

Robert Walters
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Wigan, Lancashire WN1 1AD, England

Salary

£80,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Head of HR position is a permanent role based in Golborne/Lowton, offering a competitive salary of £75,000 - £80,000 per annum plus a £6,000 annual car allowance.
  • The successful candidate will lead strategic HR projects and sit on the board in an advisory capacity from day one.
  • Candidates must have 10 years of experience in a senior HR role and be FCIPD or MCIPD qualified.
  • A full clean driving license is required due to travel across various locations, and experience in Logistics or Manufacturing is advantageous.
  • This role offers the potential for a director-level position within 8-12 months, supporting the company's commitment to employee engagement and development.

Head of HR

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum + £6K annual car allowance
Location: Golborne/Lowton - 4 days on-site, 1 day WFH
Hours: Mon - Fri, standard office hours
Interview: 2 F2F interviews + psychometric testing

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly personable and tenacious HR leader to support the ongoing development of a leading logistics business. This role offers a competitive salary range of £75K - £80K per annum, based in Lowton/Golborne. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of strategic HR projects, including performance appraisals, succession planning, compensation and benefits, leadership development, reward, remuneration and driver training.

  • Competitive salary range and benefits
  • Opportunity to lead on strategic HR projects
  • Sits on the board from day 1 in an advisory capacity
  • Opporntuity for Director level after 8-12 months

What you'll do:

As the Head of Human Resources, your role will be pivotal in driving the HR agenda and contributing to the overall business success. You will champion a performance-driven culture while advising on recognition and reward programmes. Your expertise will be crucial in overseeing training and career development programs as well as leading projects aimed at improving HR reporting, processes, and systems. Ensuring compliance with UK employment laws will be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will develop innovative strategies to recruit, engage, and retain talent.

  • Drive the HR agenda and contribute to business success
  • Support stakeholders with the development of their teams
  • Champion a performance-driven culture
  • Advise on recognition and reward programmes
  • Oversee training and career development programs
  • Lead projects aimed at improving HR reporting, processes, and systems
  • Ensure compliance with UK employment laws
  • Develop strategies to recruit, engage, and retain talent
  • Guide managers on all employee relations matters

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Head of Human Resources position, you bring extensive experience managing an HR team at a senior level. You are FCIPD or MCIPD qualified and of graduate calibre. With 10 years' experience in a senior HR role under your belt, you have developed strong IT, data, and technical skills. A full clean driving licence is required for this role as it involves travel across various locations. Your experience working at a senior Head of HR level within a Logistics or Manufacturing environment will be highly advantageous.

  • Experience managing a HR Team at a Senior Level
  • FCIPD or MCIPD qualified and of graduate calibre
  • 10 years' experience in a senior HR role
  • Full clean driving licence
  • Experience working at senior Head of HR level within a Logistics or Manufacturing environment
  • Strong IT, data, and technical skills

What sets this company apart:

This company prides itself on being a leading player in the logistics industry with a workforce of around 600 people. They offer an engaging work environment where every employee is valued and given opportunities for growth. Their commitment to fostering an engagement culture sets them apart from other companies in the industry.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply today by completing the form below.

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