Director of People and Culture

Premier Christian Communications Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An international not-for-profit organization is looking for a Director of People and Culture to lead their people strategy and drive operational excellence. The role involves overseeing HR practices and ensuring compliance with UK employment law while embedding Christian values into the workplace. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in senior HR roles within complex environments and a commitment to a spiritually supportive culture. This role offers a salary between £70,000 and £75,000, along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior HR leadership roles within complex not-for-profit organisations.
• Proven track record in delivering people and culture strategies.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams and manage change effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR and Organisational Development to embrace a high-performance culture.
• Advise on complex people matters and workforce planning.
• Oversee compliance with safeguarding and equality initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Employee engagement

Organisational development

UK employment law

Safeguarding compliance

Education

CIPD Chartered Member

Job description

Dec 23, 2025# Director of People and Culture£70,000 - £75,000 yearly* CV-Library* Buckinghamshire, UK### Job DescriptionDirector of People and Culture (Hybrid)£70,000-£75,000 + BenefitsLocation: BuckinghamshireWe are partnering with a dynamic international not-for-profit organisation to recruit a strategic and experienced Director of People and Culture into a newly created high-impact leadership role.Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and working closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board, you will lead the delivery of the organisation's thriving People Strategy focused on unlocking the potential of multidisciplinary HR teams, enhancing leadership, and driving operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesLead HR, Organisational Development, Learning & Development, and Culture-embedding values-driven leadership and a high-performance culture.Advise senior leaders on complex people matters, workforce planning, and organisational change.Strengthen a culture rooted in Christian values, integrating spiritual care and faith-based initiatives into daily practice.Oversee key areas including Safeguarding, Payroll Services, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Faith at Work, ensuring compliance, quality, and engagement.Drive innovation and continuous improvement, delivering agile HR solutions aligned with strategic goals.Required experienceA relevant qualification (e.g., CIPD Chartered Member) and commitment to ongoing developmentSenior HR leadership experience in complex or not Profit organisation organisations within People & Culture, HR Director or Senior HR Manager roles.Proven success delivering people and culture strategies that support growth and transformationExpertise in UK employment law, safeguarding compliance and HR best practiceStrong leadership, with the ability to inspire high-performing teams and lead changeExperience in OD, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planningAlignment with Christian values and a commitment to a spiritually supportive workplaceThe OpportunityThis is more than a Senior HR position it is a chance to shape culture, manage significant budgets, and influence strategy across safeguarding, payroll, learning, and faith-based initiatives. You'll play a key role in aligning people and performance with the organisation's mission and Christian ethos.If you're an accomplished HR leader passionate about purposeful leadership in a faith-inspired environment, we'd love to hear from you.50455JRR2INDHRR