Chief HR Officer / HR Director

Job type Full time

Location: Staines

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Are you a trusted CHRO/HRD/CPO with the insight to shape executive decisions? Have you lead a multi-disciplined HR function and continued to drive success? Can you provide pragmatic, solutions-focused HR expertise tailored to our growing, unique business?

If your answer is 'yes' to all of these, keep reading.

Want to know a little about us?

We're looking to recruit a Chief HR Officer/HR Director to continue our people journey as our existing HR Director is retiring.

At Novuna, we care about building a better tomorrow. With a focus on sustainability and a passion for phenomenal customer experiences, we provide consumers and businesses with the capital they need to realise their ambitions.

We're proud of our high levels of employee engagement and feedback, both externally and internally, from our previous and present employees. We're proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive employer. We're a signatory of the Women in Finance and the Race at Work Charter, and we're Disability Confident Committed.

What does the role involve?

Reporting directly to the CEO and as a key member of the Executive Committee, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive the people agenda across a dynamic, multi-faceted organisation.

You'll lead a fully insourced HR function covering all HR disciplines, operating centrally and locally. You'll work closely with business leaders to anticipate and plan long-term people needs while ensuring alignment with the Group's overall strategy.

You'll work with the main Board and be a key contributor to the Remuneration and Nomination committees

This role is an SMF18 position.

Some of your key duties will include:

Act as a trusted HR lead for the CEO and Executive Committee, influencing key decisions and shaping the people strategy
Collaborate with business leaders to translate the Group's strategy into a dynamic HR plan that drives success across our five Business Units and Group functions
Partner with business leaders across our UK and European operations, offering expert advice and support to optimise relationships
Enhance our Employee Value Proposition with compelling people initiatives, attracting the right talent and fostering employee engagement
Proactively manage people risks and costs, ensuring a balanced and sustainable approach to workforce planning
Lead organisational development by implementing robust workforce strategies that support business growth, talent acquisition, and employee development
Strengthen leadership and management capabilities to fuel the company's ongoing growth and strategic ambitions
Drive a high-performance culture by linking individual contributions to business results and company values through effective performance management frameworks

What are we looking for?

You'll be a hands-on, strategic people leader who builds strong relationships and is a key contributor in the Executive team. With a pragmatic approach, you'll provide tailored HR solutions that align with our business' unique needs. As a credible HR professional with a broad and deep background, you'll bring executive-level experience to influence and deliver HR solutions.

Also, we're looking for the following:

A proven track record of leading sizable multi-disciplined HR function
Experience of working in a regulated private sector industry within the UK
Credible HR knowledge with a minimum of a CIPD Level 5 qualification or qualified by experience
Broad expertise across multiple HR disciplines

What can we offer you?

At Novuna, we take our people's promises seriously. If you join us, you'll have a chance to make a difference, opportunities to learn, and time to shine.

In addition to a market-benchmarked salary and excellent executive-level bonus schemes, our offer to you includes:

Company car or cash alternative – with fantastic EV incentives
Flexible hybrid working (an average of 2 days in the office per week with travel to other sites as and when required). The main office location for this role is Staines
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell 5 days

Complete wellbeing package including family BUPA cover, annual health assessment, life insurance, income protection, plus wellbeing events throughout the year

What's the next step?

Interested? Start your application today and see what Novuna can offer you.

Novuna has been named one of the top 50 most inclusive employers for the fifth year, which is reflected in our recruitment process. We're committed to ensuring that our application process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates.

We're Disability Confident Committed, so if you're a person with a disability or have a condition that you believe may affect your performance during our selection process, we'll be happy to make adjustments to support you.

No Recruitment Agency enquires please

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