Head of HR (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

OverviewThe Head of HR is a key member of the leadership team responsible for driving ElecLink’s people agenda. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role oversees the full HR function, including strategy, business partnering, people development, organisational change, and group-level HR collaboration with Getlink. The Head of HR is required to promote at all times ElecLink's Values, Ethics, and HSE standards - leading by example and embedding these throughout the Company.Job requirementsStrategy and Business Partnering:Develop and execute the HR strategy aligned with business objectivesAct as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership team on people, talent, and organisation wide matters.Oversee all employee relations, including absence, disciplinary matters, grievances, and employee well-being.Lead ElecLink’s employee engagement and change management initiatives.Champion a culture of continuous improvement across all HR services and practices.Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation and internal HR governance.Represent HR at board-level and group meetings, providing insights and updates as required.People & Performance:Lead the talent management strategy covering recruitment, succession planning, and retention.Review and manage employee benefits to ensure competitiveness, value, and alignment with company needs.Work with external legal counsel and outsourced HR services providers to minimise business risk and ensure compliance.Promote employee engagement and well-being through HR programmes and interventions.Training, Learning & Coaching:Ensure training programmes reflect evolving business priorities and capability needs.Partner with leadership and managers to identify coaching opportunities and build leadership effectiveness.Oversee professional development, ensuring training records are up-to-date and linked to career progression.Foster a culture of continuous learning through coaching and internal mobility initiatives.Support succession planning with a focus on building a future-ready workforce.Operational HR Management:Lead all aspects of HR operations, including payroll inputs, compliance, policies, and employee relations.Ensure HR Documentation is robust, up-to-date, and aligned with employment legislation and GDPR.Act as the escalation point for complex HR matters, including disputes, investigations, and change processes.Manage third-party providers and outsourced HR/Legal services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with business needs.Oversee the HR and Office budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocationCorporate & Group Collaboration:Collaborate with Getlink and other subsidiaries on shared HR policies, cross-entity reporting, and compliance activities.Contribute to corporate initiatives such as CSR, diversity and inclusion, and HR data analytics.HSE:Collaborate with the HSQE team to embed health, safety, and wellbeing into the people strategy.Support HSQE in ensuring policies, training, and procedures meet legal, regulatory, and company standards.Promote employee responsibility for personal safety and risk awareness, supporting a positive safety culture.Qualifications and ExperienceProven HR leadership experienceCIPD Level 7 qualificationStrategic and delivery focused, with a strong track record of executing people initiatives that drive business performanceHands-on and detailed orientated, comfortable operating both at strategic and operational levels.Strong knowledge of UK employment law, employee relations, and GDPR.Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels.Collaborative work ethic with the ability to influence stakeholders.Proficient in Microsoft 365, HRIS platforms, and workforce analytical toolsIf you are interested in applying, please submit your application online by Wednesday 6th August 2025.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Created: 2025-07-23