Head of HR
Michael Page HR
Salford, GB
An exciting opportunity for a Head Of HR to join a well-known consumer business during a period of significant transformation. You will act as a key strategic partner to the HR Director, helping lead a complex business separation, deliver a new Target Operating Model (TOM), and support the HR function in driving operational excellence. Client Details Our client is a newly independent, high-profile consumer brand in the telecoms and tech space. Having recently undergone a major business separation, they're now focused on redefining their structure, culture, and operating model to drive growth and innovation. With a strong customer base and ambitious plans for the future, this is a fast-moving, agile environment ideal for someone who thrives in transformation and wants to make a real impact. Description Key Responsibilities: Act as a Head of HR or senior HR leader and key support to the HR Director during a time of change. Lead and manage a team of approximately 20 across HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and Payroll. Oversee and drive the delivery of a new TOM, supporting change and separation activities. Manage the planning and delivery of restructures and potential redundancy processes. Maintain strong HR generalist oversight including handling complex ER matters. Deliver best-in-class HR services while improving efficiency, productivity, and technology utilisation. Provide strong stakeholder management and support at SLT and C-suite level. Profile About You: Proven experience as a Head of HR Operations, Senior HR Business Partner in a large organisation, or HRD in a fast-paced SME. Track record of leading HR teams and delivering HR transformation. Experience in managing large-scale change, TOM design, and redundancy processes. Strong ER knowledge with confidence in handling complex issues. Able to operate at pace with strong influencing skills and commercial acumen. Experience in a consumer-focused, telecommunications, tech, or start-up environment is highly desirable. Job Offer What's on Offer: Salary up to £110,000 12-month fixed-term contract High-impact role in a leading consumer brand Immediate start available Hybrid: Location Manchester / Salford 2- 3 days p/w If you're a strategic HR leader ready to make a real difference during a period of exciting change, we'd love to hear from you.