Head of HR

  • Gleeson Recruitment Group
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Mar 06, 2026
Seasonal HR / Recruitment

Job Description

I am sourcing for Interim Head of HR on a contract basis. This role is based in Southampton on a hybrid basis 2-3 day onsite. Competitive day rate inside IR35

My client is looking for a strategic and hands-on HR leader to join an ambitious organisation entering an exciting phase of transformation and growth.

Sitting on the Executive Leadership Board, you'll design and deliver a modern HR strategy that supports rapid expansion while building a high-performing, people-first culture.

This is a role for someone who thrives on driving change, influencing senior leaders and making a real commercial impact.

Interim Head of HR Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing and delivering the company-wide HR strategy
  • Partnering with the Executive Leadership Team to drive organisational growth
  • Leading on culture, engagement, leadership development and succession planning
  • Managing complex employee relations and organisational change
  • Enhancing HR systems, processes and people analytics
  • Embedding strong performance, reward and recognition frameworks

Interim Head HR Experience Required:

  • Senior HR leader with strong strategic HRBP experience
  • Background in professional services or similar environments
  • Ideally having worked in both large and SME businesses
  • Proven experience delivering change, restructuring or transformation
  • Deep knowledge of UK employment law and complex ER
  • A commercial, influential and hands-on leadership style

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