Head of HR

The Faculty of Advocates and Faculty Services Limited are seeking a dynamic Head of HR to lead their Human Resources function and drive strategic people initiatives that align with our organisational objectives.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide expert HR advice to Co-CEOs, Office Bearers, Managers, and staff, ensuring fair and equitable employment practices and fostering excellent employee relations.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a 3-year HR plan aligned with corporate governance and organisation goals.
• People Management: Develop, and lead the HR team to deliver professional, responsive HR services.
• Policy & Compliance: Oversee people related policy development, monitor employment law changes, and ensure best practice across both organisations.
• Equality & Diversity: Champion inclusion through networks, positive action initiatives, and awareness programmes.
• Reward & Benefits: Lead job evaluation, pay benchmarking, and benefits reviews to maintain fairness and competitiveness.
• Talent & Succession: Design recruitment strategies and assessment practices to attract and retain talent.
• Learning & Development: Drive training plans, career frameworks, and in-house programmes to build organisational capability.
• Health & Safety: Oversee H&S provision and training, ensuring compliance and a safe working environment.
• Governance & Reporting: Manage HR budgets, provide annual reports, and deliver accurate management information.

• Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, strategic HR management, and corporate governance.
• Expertise in equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.
• Ability to lead and influence organisational change and deliver innovative HR solutions.