Head of HR - Central Functions

Capita plc.; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting and digital services provider is seeking a Head of HR for a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will lead the HR Business Partnering efforts across IT and corporate functions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and promoting a positive, inclusive environment. The role demands strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence senior leaders while implementing strategies that enhance engagement and performance. A competitive salary and benefits such as generous family leave policies and volunteer days are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days' holiday, rising to 27

Paid volunteering day

Generous family leave policies

Cycle2Work scheme

Pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to partner with leadership teams to deliver people plans.
• Skilled at navigating complex structures and supplier arrangements.
• Natural coach who empowers leaders and fosters high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the people strategy across IT and corporate functions.
• Act as a trusted coach to senior leaders, influencing key decisions.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace.

Skills

Broad HR expertise

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical mindset

Ability to influence decisions

Problem-solving focus

Job description

Head of HR - Central Functions page is loaded## Head of HR - Central Functionsremote type: Praca z domulocations: Londontime type: Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: 10116738We’re looking for a Head of HR to join our central functions team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead on HR Business Partnering, providing clear, commercially focused advice and partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver our people strategy. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, building strong relationships between HR and the business to ensure our approach reflects real business needs. Your work will help shape and implement strategies that create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing environment for everyone. Location: UK Home based We are offering this role on a 6 month FTC basis At Capita, we live by our values: Customer First, Always; Fearless Innovation; Achieve Together; Everyone is Valued. These guide how we work, collaborate, and deliver exceptional results.**Job title:**Head of HR - Central Functions**Job Description:****What We’re Looking For*** **Broad HR expertise** gained in dynamic, fast-paced environments.* Experience supporting varied business areas, including IT and corporate functions.* Knowledge of employment law, including tribunal claims and settlement agreements.* Proven ability to partner with leadership teams to deliver people plans and initiatives.* Skilled at navigating complex structures and supplier arrangements.* A natural coach who empowers leaders and fosters high-performing teams.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and influence.* Ability to create clear, well-structured reports and briefs.* Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and attention to detail.* Commitment to role-modelling our values and promoting an inclusive culture.**What You’ll Do*** Lead the people strategy across IT and corporate functions, aligning with business objectives.* Act as a trusted coach and confidant to senior leaders, influencing decisions that drive engagement and performance.* Take the lead on major projects, including business transformation and organisational change.* Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that create a workplace where everyone feels valued.* Ensure smooth delivery of key HR activities such as pay reviews and audits.* Use data and insights to inform decisions and shape the people agenda.* Align local plans with HR Centres of Excellence and deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges.* Promote our corporate values and foster diversity of thought.* Drive resource planning, skills development, succession, and engagement strategies.You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, working in a collaborative environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. We offer flexibility, professional development, and the chance to shape the future of our organisation.* **Competitive salary*** **23 days’ holiday**, rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period* **Paid volunteering day** with a charity of your choice* Generous **family leave policies** – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave* **Cycle2Work scheme**, pension, life assurance, and more**What we hope you’ll do next:**Choose apply now and join a team that’s making a difference.We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email [e-mail] and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.**Location:**London,Zjednoczone Królestwo**Time Type:**Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzin**Contract Type:**Czas określony (Fixed Term)**Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes – for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business – in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people’s lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.**