Sewell Wallis are working exclusively with a high profile West Yorkshire based sports club as they look to appoint a Head of People into their business on a full-time, permanent status.
This is an opportunity for an experienced, forward thinking HR leader to join a dynamic leadership team to enhance and grow all People aspects of the business.
What will you be doing?
- Responsibility for the entire employee experience including HR, L&D, well being, recruitment, internal communications and safeguarding.
- Advisor to CEO, COO, Senior Management team and Board Directors.
- Continuous development of HR best practice within the business through the review of structured processes, policies and procedures, contracts of employment, sickness absence management, disciplinary and grievance, competency based appraisals, induction programmes, probationary reviews, and exit interviews.
- Creation of a people strategy, including governance; attraction and retention; culture; career development and learning. Continuous review and enhancement of the agreed strategy with the support of the Senior Management team.
- Working with the Senior Management Team on Succession Planning and Talent Pooling.
- Create and execute a Club wide training and development strategy to include coaching managers on performance management issues and processes and guidance on learning and development for their teams.
- Champion an employer of choice culture to ensure the recruitment and retention of the top talent in the market.
- Implement initiatives to create a work environment that supports employees physical and mental well being.
What skills are we looking for?
- CIPD Level 7 qualification is essential with a minimum of 5 years experience within a senior HR role.
- A thorough knowledge of employment law and its implementation.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful HR strategies.
- Experienced leader and budget holder - having operated at a senior level in comparable organisations.
- Strong understanding of best practice in recruitment, employee relations, people data management and reporting.
What's on offer?
- Company Pension Plan.
- Medical cover.
- Free parking.
- Flexible working.
To apply, please send your CV below or contact Sue Wallis.
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