HR Lead

HR Lead
Contract: Permanent Part-Time (2 days a week)
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum (FTE)
Location: Hybrid working, Central London

Are you a strategic HR professional with a passion for operational excellence and inclusive culture? We are working in partnership with a public sector organisation to recruit an HR Manager to lead their HR operations during a pivotal transition phase.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of HR in an organisation with a strong focus on sustainability, inclusion, and values.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead day-to-day HR operations, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with organisational values
* Manage and optimise the organisation's HRIS, overseeing onboarding, contract changes, and reporting
* Act as the primary HR contact, providing sound advice and escalating complex matters
* Liaise with senior stakeholders including the Remuneration Committee, on executive matters
* Maintain and update HR policies and employee handbooks in line with UK employment law
* Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth and inclusive experience.
* Promote and implement leadership and development programmes across the organisation
* Provide executive coaching to senior leaders on organisational development and change
* Support delivery of the organisation's people and inclusion strategy

What we're Looking For:
* Proven experience in HR leadership roles, ideally within a regulated or public sector environment
* Strong understanding of UK employment law, HR systems
* Experience working with or advising a Remuneration Committee
* A collaborative mindset and confidence working across teams and senior levels
* CIPD Level 5 accredited or above

This is a part-time opportunity offering flexibility, with this being 2 days per week, or over morning/ afternoon and hybrid working. This would be a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a pivotal leadership role.

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