Your new company Hays has partnered exclusively with Camden, a market leading manufacturer of PVC windows and doors, to recruit a new HR Director. Established 40 years ago, this family-owned business has grown to a national supplier across the UK and ROI. Your new role As part of Camden Group's continued growth and success, they wish to appoint an HR Director to contribute to the overall business strategy and to build the formal functional and operational systems for people planning. You will be involved in attracting, developing, and retaining outstanding talent and driving organisational performance through robust talent management planning processes. Key responsibilities will include these 5 core areas: HR Strategy - Contributing to the development of the business strategy and building the people strategy in support of current and future needs of the business. Talent Management - Designing, implementing, and developing a talent management process which will systematically identify, develop, engage, retain, and deploy individuals across the business. Cultural Development - Liaising with the senior management team on the co-ordination and implementation of the company's DE&I strategy/social value initiatives in line with project/ planning requirements Recruitment & Selection - Ensuring that all recruitment is in accordance with that plan and agreed policies and budgets HR Policy, Compliance & Leadership - Have a thorough understanding of HR law in particular relating to contracts, terms and conditions, discrimination, fair dismissal, grievances etc. What you'll need to succeed Essential Criteria: A minimum of 2 years' experience working as an HR Director OR 5 years' experience working as an HR Resources Manager with CIPD Level 5 (Associate). Demonstrable experience acting as business partner for senior executives and ability to always uphold confidentiality, frequently dealing with highly sensitive information. An excellent communicator with the ability to communicate and engage with all levels of management. IT literate - proficient in MS package and managing HRIS systems. Experience of collating data to write reports and presenting it to senior management to influence business decisions. Desirable Criteria: Professionally qualified (CIPD Level 7 - Chartered) or working towards this. Previous experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, delivering high quality service and results. What you'll get in return A generous base salary Private Medical Insurance 1:30pm Friday finish 31-day holidays Plus, more What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: HR Strategy Management Recruitment Benefits: Dependent Upon Experience