HR Director

Reporting to the CPO, and partnering the regional MD, the People Director will lead a sizeable, multi-disciplinary HR function and act as a true strategic partner to the business. You will play a central role in driving organisational performance, capability and culture across a complex, international footprint.The organisation is undergoing a sustained period of change, including:

• Implementation of a new HRIS platform
• Ongoing M&A activity and divestments
• Driving operational efficiencies and cost optimisation
• Designing and embedding a new People Target Operating Model
• Developing career architecture and progression pathways
• Evolving reward frameworks and propositions
• Elevating management and leadership capability

This role offers the scope to shape the future of the people agenda in a business where HR is seen as a critical lever for success.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing HR function across all Centres of Excellence, including Reward, Talent, L&D, ER, and People Operations
• Define and execute a forward-looking people strategy aligned to business transformation goals
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making at Executive and Board level
• Drive organisational design, workforce planning and capability development across a multi-site, international environment
• Lead complex change and transformation programmes, ensuring engagement, pace and delivery
• Oversee and evolve employee relations strategy, including engagement with Trade Unions and European Works Councils
• Embed a modern, scalable People Operating Model that supports growth, efficiency and consistency
• Champion inclusive leadership and ensure a culture that enables performance, accountability and progression

This role is based in Manchester 2 to 3 days per week, and will require monthly international travel.