Head of People and Culture Permanent Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a dynamic and growing business as Head of People and Culture. This is a full-time, office-based role in Chester, supporting around 130+ UK employees along with international teams.
Requirements:
CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience in a senior HR role).
Office-based, full-time role (37.5 hours per week).
Competitive salary up to £50k depending on experience.
Benefits:
23 days holiday (rising to 25), plus bank holidays.
Pension, retail discounts, life insurance, learning & development support.
Discounted personal holidays and free parking.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the HR function across the full employee lifecycle.
Partner with leadership on strategic people initiatives, including growth plans and ESG projects.
Manage complex employee relations cases (e.g. disciplinaries, grievances, redundancy, tribunals).
Oversee policy development, performance management, and compliance with employment legislation.
Develop and execute recruitment strategies in the UK and South Africa.
Manage HR reporting, payroll data accuracy, and employee benefits.
Support on broader areas including ESG, Health & Safety, and Data Governance.
Line manage and mentor a HR Coordinator.
What We're Looking For:
Strong generalist HR background with management experience, ideally within an SME.
Up-to-date employment law knowledge and confidence handling ER cases.
Strategic mindset with hands-on capability and flexibility.
Previous experience supporting ESG or cross-functional business projects.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft/Google tools.
If you're an all-round HR professional looking to make a strategic impact in a growing business, this role could be the perfect next step in your career. Contact Megan Hughes for more information on 07714 382233.
TPBN1_UKTJ