Group Head HR

About Us The Olidor Group Ltd is an investment company with a growing portfolio of companies within the food industry. Owned by Andrew Ashby, Group CEO and backed by Sadita UK Limited, a Kuwaiti Family Investment Fund, the Group currently comprises: G Bruce and Co Ltd, trading as Brusco Food Group - an industry expert for bulk ingredient supply, working in partnership with our customers to enable success through value adding ingredients solutions.

Brusco is based in Evesham, Worcestershire and is the Head Office for the Olidor Group. Brusco has c.40 employees and has been certified as a Great Place to Work. Four Anjels Ltd - an artisan bakery, producing a range of high-quality sweet baked goods for premium retailers, gifting and food service with a team of c.80 employees in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.

Karimix UK Ltd - a manufacturer of cooking sauces, pastes, chutneys and marinades based in Faversham, Kent, specialising in bringing global flavour profiles to the food service industry. Karimix has a team of c.15 and has been certified as a Great Place to Work. The Original Baker Ltd an award-winning manufacturer crafting premium artisan savoury pastry products and sweet biscuits from its expanding factory, with c.100 employees in Malton, North Yorkshire.

Supplying products under its own brand to speciality retailers, the travel and leisure industries. The Olidor Group also owns brands including Porter Foods and The Artful Baker. The Group is acquisitive with bold and ambitious growth plans. About the Role The Group Head of People plays a key role in shaping and executing the People strategy across our Group, a growing portfolio of small and medium sized enterprises operating within the food industry.

The Group Head of People oversees the People function, from talent acquisition and employee development to employee engagement, organisational effectiveness and operational HR support. Strategic thinking must be balanced with hands on management, ensuring People practices align with the overall goals of each business unit within the Group. The Group Head of People provides expert guidance, supports acquisitions through due diligence and effective change management, shapes People policies and practices which support high performance and ensures exceptional workplace cultures which attract, develop and retain key talent to deliver our goals.

As a key member of the Groups senior leadership team, the Group Head of People contributes to the wider business strategy. Success in this role is determined by Success Measures and demonstration of the Company values. Why you'll love working here:
Annual profit share bonus scheme linked to Company and individual performance Company Car or car allowance Workplace pension scheme 25 days annual leave  8 Bank Holidays (includes Christmas shutdown) Holiday purchase scheme Company sick pay Wellbeing programme with Employee Assistance Programme Private medical, optical and dental insurance (after 6 month probation) Reward and discount programmes Study support with our Be Your Best training guarantee

Career development opportunities Paid voluntary leave Employee Referral Scheme - £250 for recommending a friend who joins Brusco Employee Recognition Programmes including the OGG (Olidor Group Greatness) Awards Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Pay Regular team events Fundraising activities and opportunities Free onsite parking at all sites Success Measures Strategic People Plans are in place for each business in the Group, aligning with organisational goals to enable the Groups success.

Each business unit has a positive and values-led workplace culture, evidenced by year on year colleague survey feedback improvements and/or external awards. There is a high performance culture with learning and development plans in place. People metrics are tracked, analysed, improved and used to support strategic decision making. People processes are efficient, high-quality and legally compliant across the Group. Acquisitions are effectively managed and integrated.

Return on investment on employee benefits is maximised. Agreed projects and objectives are delivered to high standards to support the business growth strategy. Values and behaviours are consistently role modelled, with high standards of collaboration, trust and integrity.

Key Responsibilities Oversee, own and lead all aspects of the People function for the Group and associated employees including building and developing a high performing…