Head Of HR

Interim Head of Human Resources

• Location:
  
  London, UK
• Job Type: Interim
• Salary:
  Competitive

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Interim Head of Human Resources at the UK Debt Management Office (DMO). This pivotal role reports directly to the CEO and/or Deputy CEO and operates as a trusted adviser on all staff and resourcing issues. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the HR capability to meet strategic organisational challenges and opportunities.

• Act as the principal adviser to the Executive Committee on strategic and operational staff and resourcing matters.
• Lead and develop a high-performing HR team to improve output and delivery, aligning with the DMO’s strategic objectives.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on a full range of staff issues including resourcing, succession planning, remuneration, performance management, inclusion, well-being, and learning and development.
• Ensure HR policies and practices are informed by current best practices on equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Build strong internal networks to support the delivery of the DMO’s key priorities.
• Manage organisational design, operating models, and policies to effectively develop and deploy resources.
• Champion data and insight reporting to underpin initiative and policy design.
• Build effective relationships across the DMO to ensure the HR function meets organisational needs and remains fit for purpose.
• Utilise relationships with the DMO’s Staff Council to engage staff fully.

• Extensive experience in a generalist HR role, partnering with senior management teams.
• Proven track record in leading and delivering aspects of change management across various people issues.
• Strong people management skills and processes.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Up-to-date knowledge and best practice in Employment Law, Employee Relations, Resourcing and Talent Management, Learning & Development, Reward, and Diversity and Inclusion.
• Chartered MCIPD qualification is preferred, or evidence of strong commitment to continuing professional development.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work at a strategic level within a key government office.
• Engage with a variety of stakeholders and make impactful decisions.
• Lead a team in a dynamic and changing environment.