Head of People & Culture
Location: Dudley
Reports to: Managing Partner
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent / Hybrid Working
Salary: 50,000
As the Head of People & Culture you will lead the development and execution of my client's people strategy and will be a key member of the leadership team, acting as a trusted advisor while driving initiatives across talent acquisition, performance, employee engagement, diversity & inclusion, and organisational development. This role will be central in fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture aligned with our values and legal excellence.
Job Role:
- Develop and implement a progressive People & Culture strategy aligned with the organisation's goals.
- Partner with the leadership team to embed values, culture, and behaviours that reflect the firm's mission.
- Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle
- Develop workforce plans to meet current and future needs
- Design and implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
- Champion internal communications, feedback mechanisms, and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Advance their DEI strategy with tangible actions and metrics.
- Promote a workplace culture that embraces diverse perspectives and equitable opportunity.
- Manage employee relations
- Lead initiatives that promote employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and a psychologically safe workplace.
About You:
- Proven experience in a senior HR or People leadership role, preferably in a professional services or legal environment.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and regulatory considerations.
- Demonstrated success in building and executing people strategies that support growth and transformation.
- Skilled in employee engagement, change management, and organisational development.
- Experience in coaching and influencing senior stakeholders.
- CIPD Level 5 or above
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