Job Title: Head of Culture and People
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £55,000-£65,000
Employment Type: Full-time

On behalf of our client, we are excited to offer an opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding law firm in a key HR leadership role. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the firm’s culture, employee wellbeing, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culture and Wellbeing: Lead initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, focusing on employee wellbeing and engagement across the firm.
• Recruitment and Induction: Manage the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment to onboarding and offboarding, ensuring an exceptional employee experience throughout.
• HR Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with business growth, using HR metrics to guide decision-making.
• HR Systems: Oversee the improvement of HR systems, introducing new technologies where appropriate to enhance efficiency and the employee experience.
• Learning and Development: Establish a clear career progression path, manage training initiatives, and design tailored training plans based on the firm’s needs.
• Training Coordination: Coordinate internal and external training opportunities, ensuring they align with the firm’s development goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: Ideally, you’ll have a postgraduate degree in human resources, business studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience. CIPD membership at Chartered or Fellow level (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Experience: We’re looking for someone with proven experience in HR leadership, ideally in a professional services environment. A strong track record of developing and executing HR strategies is essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills: The ability to think strategically and execute at an operational level, with a clear focus on driving business objectives and employee development.

Benefits:

• Salary: £55,000 – £65,000
• Competitive benefits package
• Hybrid working options available
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Part-time options can be considered for the right candidate
• Employee benefits developed based on team feedback, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment

If you’re passionate about shaping a positive work culture and supporting both personal and professional development, this is the ideal opportunity for you. Apply now to join an exciting and growing firm.