Head of Human Resources in Leeds

Job description

Head of HR – 9 Months FTC

Location: Leeds – Hybrid, 2 days city centre

Contract: Interim 9 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £70,000 - £72,000

Lead. Transform. Empower.

Elevation Recruitment group are working with a leading charity who are looking for a dynamic Interim Head of HR to steer its people function through a pivotal period of transformation.

They are on a mission to embed bold cultural and organisational change, and they need someone who can hit the ground running, lead with confidence, and build a high-performing HR team that’s strategic, supportive, and solutions-focused.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead & inspire the HR team, driving clarity, accountability, and a collaborative culture.
• Evaluate & uplift team capability, taking fair but firm action to address underperformance.
• Deliver seamlessly on operational HR, ensuring compliance with common-sense agility.
• Drive OD forward, embedding values into everything from L&D and performance to recruitment and workforce planning.

This is not just about keeping the wheels turning — it’s about helping them redefine how they work, ensuring HR is a partner at the heart of their strategy.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a strong track record in senior HR leadership, particularly in change environments.
• Can build trust quickly and make clear, pragmatic decisions.
• Thrives in mission-led organisations, balancing strategic vision with hands-on delivery.
• Leads with clarity, compassion and credibility — especially during times of uncertainty.

Why now?

They are evolving. And this interim role is your opportunity to help shape a modern, values-driven charity where HR is not just a function — it’s a catalyst for positive change.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2025

Profession type

Human Resources

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English