Head of HR People Services (FTC)
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Salary
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£52,900
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1136 (92% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £52,900, and Viridor Waste Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1136 Human resource managers and directors Most likely code | £37,100 | £42,300 | £47,600 | £52,900 |
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.
Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us build a world where nothing goes to waste.
We have an opportunity for a Head of HR People Services to join our team on an 18-month FTC. Location can be flexible as you will work a hybrid pattern, and will visit sites across the UK as and when required.
We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.
The Head of People Services is a strategic partner to the business, accountable for establishing the governance, operating cadence and people services infrastructure required to enable sustainable performance and growth. The role translates the People Plan into coordinated, measurable delivery through the leadership of specialist teams and broad collaboration across People and Culture, Finance, Technology, Communications and business leadership. It creates the systems, processes, policies and organisational frameworks that provide an efficient, consistent and insight-led employee experience, while strengthening organisational capability, workforce resilience and Viridor's ability to attract, develop, recognise and retain critical talent.
You will:
- Translate the People Plan into an integrated portfolio of priorities, outcomes, milestones and measures, with clear ownership and accountabilities across specialist teams.
- Own the design and continuous improvement of scalable People services, ensuring clear service standards, effective controls, consistent employee experiences and value for money.
- Lead the strategy, governance and optimisation of HR systems, payroll, benefits administration, people data and reporting, in partnership with Finance, Technology and external providers.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Significant senior leadership experience within a complex, multi-site organisation, leading multidisciplinary People services or centres of expertise.
- Proven ability to operate as a strategic business partner, translating enterprise strategy and commercial priorities into an integrated People delivery agenda.
Key Competencies
- Enterprise and systems thinking
- Strategic partnering and commercial judgement
- Governance, execution discipline and operational excellence
- Collaborative leadership and enterprise influence
- Data-led decision-making and risk management
- Change leadership, simplification and continuous improvement
- Employee experience, inclusion and service orientation
How to apply
Click apply at the bottom of the page and you will be asked to create a profile. Make sure you have an up-to-date CV ready!
We are a Great Place to Work
There has never been a more exciting time to work at Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio.
What can we offer you?
We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join - take a look at our Rewards and Benefits
As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Viridor Waste Limited, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Human resource managers and directors (SOC 1136) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~170k in sample- Middle half £44,564–77,220
- Median £58,812
- Going rate £52,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £37,100–47,600
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Viridor Waste Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1136 going rate of £52,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.