Head of Human Resources

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Head of Human Resources

  • Location:

    Rosyth

  • Sector:

    HR

  • Salary:

    £70000 - £80000

  • Contact:

    Ben O'Shaughnessy

  • Contact email:

    ben.oshaughnessy@alexandersteele.com

  • Contact phone:

    07759232914

  • Job ref:

    3489

  • Published:

    about 2 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    31 Aug 2026

Alexander Steele Recruitment are working with an established business based in Fife with a strong reputation for quality and heritage , who are seeking an experienced, people-focused Head of People to join their Senior Leadership Team.

 

This is a hands-on leadership role, combining day-to-day HR leadership with responsibility for shaping and delivering the wider people agenda. As a full member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will share accountability for the overall direction, and performance of the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Play an active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to company strategy, key decisions and delivery of the long-term vision
  • Develop and deliver a clear people strategy covering organisational design, culture, engagement, talent, succession and leadership capability
  • Coach managers and supervisors to strengthen leadership, accountability and performance
  • Lead and continuously improve performance management, development reviews, succession planning and management development
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding and retention, ensuring the business attracts and develops people who share its values
  • Lead on employee relations, absence, disciplinary, grievance and organisational change matters, managing cases directly while coaching and developing a direct report
  • Ensure people policies, processes, HR systems and records are practical, effective, compliant and fit for the future
  • Shape learning and development across the business, including onboarding and leadership development

On Offer

  • £70,000 - £80,000 p.a - can be flexible depending on experience.
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Full member of the Senior Leadership Team
  • 29 days holiday per year
  • Life assurance x4 salary
  • Unlimited remote GP appointments
  • 8x remote physiotherapy sessions per year
  • 6x each of 1-2-1 Lifestyle Coaching, Physical Training and Nutrition sessions per year
  • Excellent opportunity to join an established, values-led business at Senior Leadership Team level

If this role is of interest then please apply with your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.