HR Director

Job details

Posted Tuesday 13 May 2025
Salary £70,000-£90,000
Location Newbury
Job type Permanent
Discipline HR Director
Reference 3701
Recruiter Name Jodie Hayden

HR Director

£70,000 - £90,000 + bonus

Remote – with occasional travel to Berkshire

 

Person Specification:

To be considered for this position, you must hold a CIPD Level 7 qualification and bring recent and in depth experience from a telecoms or software business. You will also need strong international exposure, particularly within the US and China.

 

About the Organisation

This technology-led business has a well-established global footprint, with teams operating across a number of international locations. They are passionate about fostering a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where people are encouraged to contribute and thrive. A leader in the software space, the company places inclusion and diversity at the heart of its culture, recognising the value of different backgrounds and perspectives in driving innovation and performance.

 

About the Role

This position offers wide-ranging HR responsibilities, from creating policy to nurturing employee engagement. A central part of the role involves partnering closely with the CEO to align HR direction with wider business goals. You will lead transformation and change initiatives and contribute to long-term strategic planning. As a member of the senior leadership team, you’ll work alongside key stakeholders to influence and support the organisation’s future direction. The role is fully remote with occasional travel overseas.

 

Duties will include:

• Designing and executing HR strategies that support organisational aims

• Collaborating with the CEO to steer strategic HR initiatives and change programmes

• Managing and mentoring a small team of HR professionals across regions

• Ensuring legal compliance and policy adherence across global jurisdictions

• Driving effective talent attraction, retention, and development strategies

• Overseeing performance and compensation processes, and gathering employee feedback

• Leading transformation projects and cultural change programmes

• Providing expert guidance on complex ER cases, including mediation and disciplinary issues

• Managing onboarding processes, contract administration and recruitment activity

 

What You’ll Receive in Return

This is a rare opportunity to shape the HR agenda within a high-growth, international business. You’ll work in partnership with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on the company’s culture and future. Alongside a competitive salary, you will receive a bonus of 35%, and private healthcare.

 

HR Director – £70,000 - £90,000 + bonus

Remote – with occasional travel to Berkshire

 

Please send your CV to jodie.hayden@wademacdonald.com or apply now!