Head of People

London (Hybrid) | Up to £100,000 + benefits

An exciting opportunity to join a Financial Services business as Head of People. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role where you’ll shape and deliver a bold people agenda that supports growth, innovation, and cultural transformation.

What you’ll do

• Partner with the Executive team and Board to align people strategy with ambitious growth plans
• Lead the People function across HR operations, talent acquisition, learning and development
• Guide organisational design, workforce planning and succession to future-proof capability
• Champion initiatives that drive engagement, inclusion and high performance
• Design and deliver a competitive reward and recognition framework
• Provide HR leadership during periods of change, transformation and M&A activity
• Ensure governance, compliance and HR reporting meet legal and regulatory requirements

What we’re looking for

• Previous HR leadership experience in complex, fast-paced environments
• Proven track record in delivering strategic people plans with measurable results
• Strong expertise in organisational design, workforce planning and change management
• Commercial acumen and the ability to influence up to Executive Leadership level
• Background in reward strategy, talent development and engagement
• High emotional intelligence and credibility with senior stakeholders
• A balance of strategic leadership and hands-on delivery
• Experience in financial services, debt management or international business would be an advantage

Additional Information

• Salary: Up to £100K + benefits
• Hybrid role, based in Manchester
• Opportunity to shape and deliver the people agenda in a high-growth, international environment

Apply today with your CV.