Job Overview
The Director of People & Culture is a pivotal role within my clients organisation, responsible for shaping and nurturing our workplace culture while overseeing all aspects of human resources. This position requires a strategic thinker with a passion for people development and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. We are on the lookout for a People and Culture Director for an industry leading client in Inverness.
Role Description
- As a valued member of the senior management team contribution to the overall vision, strategy and leadership of the company will be required.
- Lead the development and delivery of our people strategy and objective to be an employer of choice through employee engagement, retention and attraction. Our people strategy will focus on the relationship between the company and its people management.
- Create, and continually review, our employee value proposition to shape the company's reputation and ability to attract and retain talent around the five essential elements of compensation, career development, work-life balance, company culture, and purpose and vision.
- Nurture a positive and aspirational culture through championing our vision, purpose and values embedding these into our everyday attitudes and behaviours. Lead on the creation of aligned values and behaviours for all employees.
- Foster a team, sense of belonging and working together across the whole company no matter where we operate.
- Develop clear guidance and guidelines on competencies, by department, on my clients 5 levels structure to ensure the company is open and transparent about learning and development and to empower staff to seek meaningful career opportunities.
- Develop and implement an open and transparent recognition structure.
- Review work force planning, requirements and structures along with finance to ensure the company is within budget and profitable to ensure there are funds available to employ and develop the right people.
- Reintroduce, develop and review appraisals and performance development to build a culture of continuous improvement and recognition which includes developing skills, succession management, goal setting, giving and receiving feedback and handling challenge appropriately. Ensure managers have correct skill sets to deliver this.
- Lead on employee engagement with your team through regular staff surveys, providing detailed analysis of responses, identifying emerging themes and proposing and actioning recommendations.
- Develop employee wellbeing systems
Qualifications
- Human Resources (HR) Management and HR Policies expertise
- Knowledge of Labor and Employment Law
- Strong background in Employee Relations
- Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- Relevant HR certifications or qualifications
Experience
- Proven experience in a senior HR role with a focus on organisational development and culture enhancement.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects while effectively communicating across various levels of the organisation.
- Exceptional data analysis skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable strategies.
- A solid understanding of human resources best practices and employment legislation is essential.
This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about creating a thriving workplace culture and possesses the skills necessary to lead our people initiatives effectively.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £46,000.00-£58,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person