Lead a People team, act as a business partner to senior leaders, handle complex employee relations cases, and oversee People Operations during an interim period.
We’re looking for an experienced People Generalist to provide senior leadership and continuity during a 9–12 month maternity cover. You’ll step into a well-functioning People team and focus on stability, sound judgement, and trusted partnership with the business—stepping in hands-on where needed, without disrupting established ways of working.
Some of the things you’ll do:- People Leadership: Lead and support a team of six, coaching three direct reports to deliver across their respective areas.
- Business Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to the COO and senior leaders on complex people matters.
- Employee Relations: Own senior escalation of complex ER cases, ensuring fair, compliant, and pragmatic outcomes.
- People Operations: Oversee core People Operations and the annual people cycle to ensure smooth, compliant delivery.
- Function Continuity: Maintain business-as-usual excellence and stability throughout the interim period.
- Senior People Generalist experience (Head of People, People Lead, or Senior HRBP).
- Hands-on experience in business partnering, Employee Relations, and People Operations.
- Experience leading and developing People teams.
- Background in organisations of c.100–1,000 employees.
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law.
- Experience in tech, SaaS, or high-growth environments preferred.
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