Head of HR (Director/Operational Interim role)

Major international franchise business within hospitality that is looking to take on a Director level Interim within HUMAN RESOURCES . This is a fabulous 12 month fixed term contract to support the current HR Director whilst she makes some strategic changes that will impact on the future growth of the business .You will already be an established and experienced HR Director with a background in managing high-performing teams and overseeing Learning and Development projects in a complex blue chip environment .This is an immediate start role . The role has a strong communications management element it will only suit an experienced leader with an empathetic/kind and “open” style to help built trust across all business units. This role is regarded as a key senior level appointment and as such you will have plenty of autonomy .

TITLE : Head of HR (Operational Interim role)

Team : HR

Contract type: 12 month interim contract

Sector : Global business. Restaurants and hotels franchise environment

Location : High Wycombe

Work style: Hybrid ( 3 days in the office. 2 days wfh. Flexible hours)

Salary Total comp of up to circa £93,000 (comprised of base salary of up to £85,000 + 10% bonus)

Sector : Major , global franchise business within hospitality. This is an excellent role to work for one of the most approachable and “human” HR Directors in the business who is looking for someone who can support her – and manage the dynamic HR team – whilst she works on a global HR strategy that will affect the future growth of the business. You will need to hit-the-floor running in this role

The role will only suit an experienced leader with an empathetic communications style. This role is offered on a 12 month project basis only and you will have plenty of autonomy.

Duties

Work with the HR Director to identify HR priorities and opportunities, and to develop and execute HR plans that support the company’s objectives

Supporting the HR Director this role has four key elements, and you will directly manage 2 people within HR:

Oversee day to day HR Ops

• Overseeing all daily HR operations.
• Oversee a diverse range of HR-related activities throughout the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to parting company
• Lead on special projects and communicate and direct on strategy and implementation.
• Ensure legal compliance is met in all HR activities.

Learning & Development /Change management

Lead and support organisational development and change management initiatives across the region.

Develop and drive our learning and development plans.

Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs that support the business objectives, vision, and values

Team Management

Provide leadership and support to the People Support team (2 staff )

Foster a culture of continuous learning, development, and improvement.

Work closely with department heads to become a trusted coach and advisor, determine their resource requirements, and develop succession and talent plans.

Company rewards and benefits

• Review and assess employee value proposition
• Help to develop rewards and benefits that support the company culture .
• Oversee the salary review and bonus process
• Ensure that the company has best-in-class people policies and practices.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Previous experience leading change management projects
2. Previous experience leading Learning & Development projects
3. Experience in managing an HR team
4. Previous strategic , Director level, experience
5. CIPD qualified ( essential )
6. Up to date knowledge of UK and EU employment law