Are you interested in joining a high-performing consultancy business that works with some of the largest institutional property developers? Cast Consultancy is one of the UK's leading residential-led consultancies focussing on driving positive change in the development and construction industry. We provide project management, cost management, strategic advisory and construction integration services.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

We’re looking for a Head of People to join our leadership team and drive our people strategy, ensuring we attract, retain, and develop top talent while championing employee engagement, diversity, and well-being. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a proven track record in HR and talent management, and want to shape the future of our growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

AS OUR HEAD OF PEOPLE, YOU’LL:

Drive People Strategy: Align our people initiatives with business goals and foster a culture of inclusion, engagement, and high performance.

Lead Talent Acquisition: Develop recruitment strategies, manage end-to-end hiring processes, and collaborate with service line leads to meet workforce needs.

Oversee HR Operations: Ensure compliance with employment laws, refine HR policies, and manage key areas like compensation, benefits, and employee relations.

Develop Talent: Create training programs, performance management systems, and career development plans to help employees reach their full potential.

Enhance Culture: Lead initiatives to promote well-being, engagement, and our values, while driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Our ideal candidate is a strategic leader who can balance high-level planning with hands-on implementation. You’ll bring:

Experience & Expertise: At least 5 years in talent management, HR, or related roles, with strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, organisational design, and culture building.

Proven Skills : Success in scaling HR processes, implementing DEI initiatives, and using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter.

Qualifications : A bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field (CIPD or SHRM certification is a plus).

Key Skills: Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, alongside emotional intelligence and adaptability.

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:

Collaboration: Opportunity to work with a diverse team with some of the best cost and project management consultants in the industry.

Based in our London office : Monday – Friday 9am – 17:30pm

Holiday: we offer 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. Additional day holiday after 5 years of service.

Cast Contribution Day: We offer one day per year to volunteer for a charity on behalf of Cast to give back to the community.

Maternity leave: Competitive maternity package

Nursery Fees : salary sacrifice scheme to help with towards saving you money on nursery fees

Discretionary Bonus : this is based on business & individual performance.

Cycle to work scheme: We offer a scheme, which allows you to purchase commuter bikes and accessories through Cast whilst spreading the costs over 12 months.

Medical Health insurance: comprehensive BUPA health insurance policy.

Pension: matched contribution

Life Assurance: salary-linked insurance policy

Team socials and events: we organise quarterly team socials, social, cultural and sporting activities, weekly breakfast/lunches at the office, an annual summer conference, weekly treat days

PLACE WITHIN THE BUSINESS:

Your role will report directly to the board. (Chief Operating Officer)

OUR VALUES:

Respect: because respect creates followship and builds trust.

Share: because sharing is the foundation of knowledge.

Learn: because learning drives innovation and continuous improvement.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

Driving Industry Change, Delivering Better Outcomes, Creating Future Places

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace which harnesses the benefits of the diversity of our team and strives to represent the communities in which we live and work. Our vision is to establish an environment that attracts individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and talents, empowering them to contribute their best and authentic selves. We welcome and encourage applications from those who share our commitment to fostering this inclusive and authentic work culture.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Full Job Description available on request.

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