HR Director

Job Summary

Kiwa UK is on the lookout for an exceptional HR Director to help drive the growth and development of our dynamic, multi-site organisation. Reporting directly to the UK CEO, this is a pivotal leadership role, guiding the HR function with strategic vision, championing our people and culture, and enabling the business to thrive sustainably and profitably. If you're passionate about impactful leadership and making a difference at the highest level, this could be your next big move. This is a remote role with travel nationally and internationally. Closing Date: Monday 1st September 12:00pm

About The Role

A full JD is available on request.

• Be a visible Kiwa ambassador, role-modelling our values: Ambitious, Reliable, Engaged
• Provide strategic HR leadership, partnering with the UK CEO, the Kiwa CHRO and SLT to drive growth
• Lead a forward-thinking, commercially aligned HR function across multiple sites
• Champion a high-performance, people-centric culture rooted in empathy and accountability
• Coach and develop leaders to be inclusive, trusted, and culturally aligned role models
• Oversee transformation initiatives, embedding agility and robust change management
• Drive talent strategy, succession planning, and future-ready capability building
• Lead on employee wellbeing, inclusion, and psychological safety across the organisation
• Shape HR support during M&A activity, focusing on cultural alignment and retention
• Use data-driven insights to inform strategy, manage risk, and deliver measurable impact
  
  

Do you have what it takes?

• CIPD Level 7 qualified, or possesses equivalent experience operating at HR Director level within complex business environments
• Demonstrates extensive experience leading and developing a diverse and multi-skilled HR team
• Has a strong track record of working within a strategic HR Business Partnering model, aligning HR delivery with business goals
• Experienced in Mergers & Acquisitions, with the ability to lead HR due diligence, manage risk, and ensure cultural and organisational alignment post-integration
• Has worked in a global setting, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders across international regions
• Confident and skilled in coaching and influencing senior decision-makers, acting as a trusted advisor at the leadership table
• Acts as a credible ambassador for the HR function, championing its value and role in delivering strategic outcomes
• Open-minded and agile, able to lead effectively through continuous change and business transformation
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and governance, ensuring best practice and legal integrity
• Brings data-driven decision-making capabilities, using analytics and insights to inform HR strategy and measure impact
• Committed to creating an inclusive, high-performance culture that values wellbeing, employee experience, and personal growth
• Demonstrates commercial awareness with the ability to align HR initiatives with wider business strategy and performance
• Proven experience in implementing, optimising, or managing a global HRIS/HCM, ensuring systems effectively support strategic workforce planning, data integrity, and reporting
• Strong understanding of how to leverage HRIS/ HCM platforms to drive automation, improve employee experience, and enhance decision-making through real-time analytics
  
  

What can you expect from us in return?

• Salary details on request (package includes car allowance)
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday (Remote)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
  
  

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at [email protected]