Director of Human Resources

Description:

At YCC, people are at the heart of everything we do. As head of Human Resources, you will be in charge of the team that supports our members in their roles, ensuring they have the best possible experience during their time at YCC. The HR team is a busy one, so you'll be needed to organise the department, drive change, delegate tasks and above all, make sure all targets are achieved to a high standard. As department head, you'll also be given a set on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), reporting directly to the Managing Partners, giving updates on your team as well as setting the overall department direction for the year.

At YCC we have two main values: to create a positive social impact and to boost student employability. We seek individuals who share our vision and can positively and enthusiastically contribute to the continuous improvement of YCC. This role is crucial in enabling and empowering our workforce to buy in and achieve this vision.

The ideal candidate will work well in a team and display the leadership qualities needed to run a high-functioning team. As part of the HR team, you will work closely with all departments of YCC, including project teams, so time management, good organisational and interpersonal skills will be of paramount importance.

Responsibilities:

• Chairing regular meetings with the HR team
• Attending regular meetings with the Senior Leadership Team (consisting of Managing Partners and other Heads of Department)
• Overseeing recruitment and training
• Handling disputes and internal affairs (alongside Managing Partners)
• Respond to HR related queries as a first-line advisor to colleagues across the organisation, delivering advice on policies and practises
• Supporting and role modelling our commitment to diversity and Inclusion
• Planning, organising and delivering our weekly skills sessions
• These are invaluable for the professional development of our project teams
• Supporting department heads and recruiting managers with all aspects of recruitment, to provide a great candidate experience from initial vacancy to on-boarding
• Proactively manage both formal and informal ER cases and work collaboratively to provide support up to final warning levels
• Provide effective and timely wellbeing support, effectively signposting colleagues to relevant to appropriate support