Head of People
Job in
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK10 0BX, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-19
Listing for:
Allstaff
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-19
Job specializations:
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HR/Recruitment
HR Generalist / Talent Management, HR Manager, Recruiter / Talent Acquisition
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Summary of the Head of People role
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Milton Keynes
Type of
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
35 hours Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
Responsibilities of the Head of People
Lead and support a small HR team.
Work directly with key leaders and heads of business.
Attend quarterly board meetings.
Update and advise senior management and department heads on employment legislation, restructuring and training.
Develop HR policies and procedures, keeping up to date with legislative changes.
Manage employee benefits and the pension scheme.
Develop training budgets and support managers with PDP's.
Manage the recruitment process including, writing job specifications, liaising with agencies & third parties, writing employment contracts and discipline and grievances.
Responsible for managing and upholding GDPR policies and procedures including the destruction of confidential waste.
Requirements for a successful Head of People
CIPD Level 7 qualified.
Substantial HR Management experience at a senior level and within the commercial sector and working at board level.
Excellent leadership skills with experience managing a small HR team.
Experience working with stakeholders and trustees.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
A DBS check will be required for this role.
Full driving licence due to location.
What our Client offers
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Retail discounts
Health cash plan
Life assurance
Free parking onsite
About Allstaff Recruitment
We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.
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