Immediately Available: HR Director – Hertfordshire – c£120,000

This accomplished HR leader brings over 25 years of broad generalist experience, with a strong track record of operating at both strategic and operational levels. Currently based in Hertfordshire and open to hybrid working with travel into London, they are now exploring new opportunities at HR Director or Head of HR level, with a salary expectation in the region of £120,000.

Most recently operating in a senior leadership role, they have been responsible for the full employee lifecycle, overseeing the delivery of people strategy across multiple business areas. They bring extensive experience in organisational design, change management, and employee engagement, ensuring HR adds value across every touchpoint of the business. Their style is grounded, commercially aware, and people-focused, with a clear passion for creating inclusive environments where individuals and teams can thrive.

Over their career, they have held senior HR positions across a variety of commercial sectors.  This has included board-level responsibilities and leadership of both HR and broader operational functions. They have led on talent strategy, internal communications, performance management, and succession planning, embedding people practices that support long-term business growth.

They are well-versed in leading complex change programmes, including mergers, TUPE, redundancy consultations, and office relocations. Their ability to provide calm, clear advice to senior stakeholders while maintaining a focus on wellbeing and communication has consistently stood out. With a strong understanding of employment law and HR governance, they bring both compliance and creativity to their approach.

Their work has been shaped by a consistent focus on culture and experience, helping to embed values, foster belonging, and ensure that diversity and inclusion are not only spoken about but lived through policy and practice. As a strategic partner to senior leaders, they are comfortable influencing at all levels and are motivated by delivering sustainable people outcomes.

This candidate would be a great fit for organisations seeking a steady, experienced hand to lead the people function—someone who understands how to align HR strategy with business objectives, while keeping people at the centre of every decision. They are now open to new challenges and bring a wealth of knowledge, a collaborative leadership style, and a readiness to hit the ground running.

If this profile sounds of interest, please get in touch to arrange a confidential conversation.

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