Head of Human Resources

**Head of HR \- Newly Merged, High\-Growth Business** **The Opportunity** This is a senior HR leadership role within a growing, multi\-site, recently merged distribution business. You will take ownership of the HR agenda (both operational and strategic) working closely with senior leadership to help integrate the business and build a professionalised HR function in a standalone capacity. You’ll be equally comfortable operating at both altitude and ground level: setting strategy while remaining hands\-on across all aspects of HR, including recruitment. This is a newly formed organisation created through the merger of multiple established businesses with strong heritage, ambitious growth plans, and further M\&A activity anticipated. This is a unique opportunity to join at the outset of that journey \- playing a pivotal role in shaping the people strategy and building a unified, high\-performing organisation. **Key Responsibilities** * Establish and embed a fit\-for\-purpose HR function, frameworks, and policies across the newly merged business * Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on all people\-related matters * Lead the end\-to\-end recruitment strategy and delivery, supporting ongoing growth * Manage day\-to\-day HR operations, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance * Support post\-merger integration activity, including input on the TUPE processes * Drive initiatives around culture, engagement, and organisational design to unify the business * Ensure HR practices are aligned with commercial objectives and scalable for future growth **About You** * Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role (Head of HR / HR Lead / Senior HR Manager) * Strong generalist background (inc. recruitment) with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally * Experience within \*\*multi\-site, operational, or product focused businesses \*\*is highly advantageous * Demonstrable experience supporting M\&A activity, including TUPE and integration * Comfortable building processes and structure in a fast\-paced, evolving, post\-merger environment * A proactive, resilient approach with the confidence to operate independently **Why Apply?** * Opportunity to build and shape the HR function from the ground up within a newly formed business entity * Play a key role in integrating multiple organisations into one cohesive entity * High level of autonomy and visibility within the business * Exposure to ongoing M\&A activity and organisational transformation * A dynamic, growth\-oriented environment where HR will be central to long\-term success