Head of HR

Location: London (2-3 days a week, 2 days from home)
Salary: £40,000-£50,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time/Part-time, Flexible working available

We are Justice and Care, a dynamic, global force striving to end modern slavery. We are seeking an experienced, pragmatic, and holistic HR leader to drive our people strategy in the UK. As the UK HR Lead, you will play a pivotal role, offering HR expertise that supports and enhances the capabilities of our team, all while ensuring compliance, engagement, and well-being.

What you'll do:

• Be a strategic HR partner: Work with UK leadership and employees to deliver HR solutions that align with our mission and drive performance.
• Champion employee well-being: Create an inclusive, supportive, and engaged work environment where every team member can thrive.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding: Ensure smooth transitions for new hires, while upskilling managers in best hiring practices.
• Tackle challenges head-on: Handle employee relations with sensitivity and pragmatism, providing solutions that keep the team moving forward.
• Drive continuous improvement: Optimize HR processes through technology, develop policies, and contribute to the global HR strategy.

What you'll bring:

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and experience managing diverse HR cases.
• Pragmatic problem-solving skills, paired with empathy and the ability to influence at all levels.
• A passion for creating a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
• A proven ability to work independently while contributing to a wider mission-focused team.

If you're an innovative, relationship-driven, and hands-on HR professional ready to take on a standalone role, this is your opportunity to shape the future of our organisation and make a real difference.