Head Of Hr

  • CATALYST
  • Oct 15, 2025
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Our client, a successful tech scale-up, cash generative SME, with a 10m turnover and employing 80 staff, is looking to double in size in the next five years under the guidance of its experienced, highly charismatic and driven CEO, supported by a first-class senior leadership team. Their platform combines personalised technology with individualised coaching to deliver cutting edge support for nutrition, habit forming and sustainable lifestyle changes.

They now seek to appoint a Head of HR to develop and execute a people strategy, lead HR operations, manage talent development and inclusion initiatives, ensure legal compliance, and oversee HR budgets. The role requires a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to foster a positive, high-performing work culture and align HR initiatives with business goals.

As Head of HR, you will:

  • Develop and execute a fully integrated people strategy that aligns with organisational goals
  • Provide strategic direction on the "people agenda" to the board and senior leadership team
  • Champion a culture of learning, talent development, and inclusion
  • Lead and manage the HR function, overseeing day-to-day HR operations and processes
  • Manage the annual HR budget and allocate resources effectively
  • Ensure the smooth running of recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
  • Drive talent development and engagement initiatives to support organisational growth
  • Foster diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) within the organisation
  • Develop and maintain effective employee relations
  • Ensure all HR policies and programmes comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation and update policies accordingly
  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of employee records and data compliance
  • Act as a business partner and provide specialist HR advice to the management team
  • Report on HR performance and progress to senior stakeholders and the board
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with staff and management

As Head of HR, you will need:

  • A CIPD Level 7 qualification
  • The ability to develop practical, innovative solutions and align HR strategies with business objectives
  • Strong leadership skills to guide the HR function and inspire teams
  • Excellent communication, persuasion, and influencing abilities
  • Strong analytical and reasoning skills to inform decision-making and assess HR effectiveness
  • In-depth knowledge of employment law, data protection, and HR best practices

Salary & benefits:

  • 60-70k pa
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Free on-site gym
  • Enhanced sick pay scheme
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay