Head of Human Resources

Head of HR and OD Paying up to £72,000 PA benefits (6M FTC) Hybrid, Ad hoc travel to Brighton We are seeking a highly competent Interim Head of HR & OD to support one of our charity clients through a critical period of change, restructure and transition. The organisation is entering a period of strategic repositioning in response to global shifts in funding, sector focus, and operating models. You will join at a sensitive and pivotal point and picking up from the planning phase and taking the organisation through implementation and consultation. Key Responsibilities Lead the HR team and act as the senior people lead across the organisation. Overseeing the restructuring project including consultations, job profiling/mapping and execution. Managing the BAU and HR operations. Provide leadership on key change initiatives such as virtual working transition/office closure and working patterns. Maintain a strong employee relations environment grounded in transparency, empathy, and compliance. Our client is looking for: A seasoned HR professional with a strong operational background and a calm, grounded presence. Proven experience leading or supporting restructures, ideally in mission-driven, complex organisations. Professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPD in the UK, or equivalent) or relevant experience and continuing professional development Experience working in or with global teams is essential. Deep awareness of issues around equity and inclusion. This is hugely important to our client and something they have already done a lot of work on. Charity, public sector, or non-profit experience is a plus, though not essential. Available to start by early September 2025 and commit for 6 months. Why This Role Matters This is a unique opportunity to guide a values-driven, globally focused non-profit through a key transformation moment. You won’t just be delivering a restructure…you’ll be helping shape the next chapter of how they work and serve their mission.

Location: East Sussex, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025