Head of HR
£70,000 / Gateshead / Oct 7, 2025
Our client, a successful tech scale-up, cash generative SME, with a £10m turnover and employing 80 staff, is looking to double in size in the next five years under the guidance of its experienced, highly charismatic and driven CEO, supported by a first-class senior leadership team. Their platform combines personalised technology with individualised coaching to deliver cutting edge support for nutrition, habit forming and sustainable lifestyle changes.
They now seek to appoint a Head of HR to develop and execute a people strategy, lead HR operations, manage talent development and inclusion initiatives, ensure legal compliance, and oversee HR budgets. The role requires a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to foster a positive, high-performing work culture and align HR initiatives with business goals.
As Head of HR, you will:
· Develop and execute a fully integrated people strategy that aligns with organisational goals
· Provide strategic direction on the "people agenda" to the board and senior leadership team
· Champion a culture of learning, talent development, and inclusion
· Lead and manage the HR function, overseeing day-to-day HR operations and processes
· Manage the annual HR budget and allocate resources effectively
· Ensure the smooth running of recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
· Drive talent development and engagement initiatives to support organisational growth
· Foster diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) within the organisation
· Develop and maintain effective employee relations
· Ensure all HR policies and programmes comply with legal and regulatory requirements
· Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation and update policies accordingly
· Ensure the accuracy and completeness of employee records and data compliance
· Act as a business partner and provide specialist HR advice to the management team
· Report on HR performance and progress to senior stakeholders and the board
· Build and maintain strong relationships with staff and management
As Head of HR, you will need:
· A CIPD Level 7 qualification
· The ability to develop practical, innovative solutions and align HR strategies with business objectives
· Strong leadership skills to guide the HR function and inspire teams
- Excellent communication, persuasion, and influencing abilities
- Strong analytical and reasoning skills to inform decision-making and assess HR effectiveness
- In-depth knowledge of employment law, data protection, and HR best practices
Salary & benefits:
- £60-70k pa
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Employee discounts
- Free on-site gym
- Enhanced sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay