Interim Hr Director

Elevation Recruitment are delighted to be supporting one of our SME clients with an Interim HR Director role (6 months in the first instance) to support their business through a period of transition and overall strategic HR leadership.  Reporting into the CEO and managing a small team the role will act as a strategic partner in driving success by leading and overseeing various aspects of human resources, including people partnering, performance review, reward and recognition, engagement and well-being, as well as change management and HR operations.

• The role is largely remote with occasional travel
• Offering a competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Pension contribution
• Bupa cashplan
• 28 days holiday plus stats pro rata

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support department heads to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies
• Operate as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on people-related matters, providing guidance and solutions to enhance team effectiveness
• Conduct a thorough analysis of the current remuneration structures for existing staff collaborating with internal teams so ensure fair compensation and benefits
• Design and implement a comprehensive performance management system that aligns with company goals
• Design and execute employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace satisfaction and productivity
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop and implement Wellbeing programs that support employees' physical and mental health.
• Lead the People HR team overseeing employee relations, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.
• Handle complex HR issues, providing guidance and solutions in line with best practices

We’re looking for the following skills and capabilities:

• MCIPD qualified or equivalent
• Experience gained within Business Services, Education, Training, commercial environments would be an advantage
• Previous experience of operating as interim with the ability to get upto speed quickly and demonstrate an efficient assimilation of needs
• Previous managerial experience in a senior HR role
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple tasks and projects, ensuring quality standards are met across a wide geographical area
• Proven experience of complex case management
• Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders to meet overall organisation needs
• Proven experience of working in a fast-paced evolving environment
• Adapts strategy to meet changing demands
• Anticipates and manage the impact of change
• Ability to create culture of recognition ensuring people are suitably equipped to perform and opportunity to develop and progress to meet varying customer needs

The role requires an immediate start and will be largely remote with some travel sound the East Midlands/Midlands area.
For more details please get in touch.