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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.

Day-to-day Of The Role

  • 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.

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Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 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.

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Benefits

  • 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.

To apply for the Interim Head of Human Resources position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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Skills

Strategic HR Planning
Change Management
People Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Employment Law
Employee Relations
Talent Management
Learning & Development
Reward Management
Diversity And Inclusion
Organizational Design
Succession Planning
Performance Management
Data Reporting
HR Policy Development
MCIPD

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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