People & Culture Director: Strategy, Change & Inclusion

Odgers Berndtson Group; Dundee; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Scotland is seeking a Director of People to lead its people and culture agenda. The role involves shaping workforce strategy, driving organisational change, and fostering a culture of fairness and respect. The ideal candidate will have senior experience in complex organisations with a strong HR background and a commitment to equality and diversity. This is a full-time position offering significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in complex organisations.
• Proven track record in transformation.
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the People Strategy, aligning workforce planning with strategic priorities.
• Drive organisational change and capability building.
• Champion a values-driven culture of fairness, wellbeing, and respect.
• Oversee talent acquisition and leadership development.
• Modernise HR systems and deliver data-driven insights.

Skills

Leadership

HR expertise

Organisational change

Commitment to diversity

Job description

A prestigious university in Scotland is seeking a Director of People to lead its people and culture agenda. The role involves shaping workforce strategy, driving organisational change, and fostering a culture of fairness and respect. The ideal candidate will have senior experience in complex organisations with a strong HR background and a commitment to equality and diversity. This is a full-time position offering significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.