Head of People

London Film Academy (LFA) has a global reputation for excellence in film education. We are proud to see our graduates go on to build notable careers in both TV and film all over the world.

We’re seeking an innovative and transformational Head of People, a seasoned professional, to lead on all aspects of our HR provision, and translate the LFA vision and values into a strategy and an embedded culture. This role involves full participation in the people-related operations of the LFA, collaboratively working across the business to identify strategic, departmental and individual needs and present solutions that help improve organisational performance and employee role achievement and enjoyment.

The Head of People is responsible for the full cycle of HR management, accountabilities include strategic leadership, talent acquisition and development, performance management and employee engagement, leading on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, change management and organisational development, legal and ethical compliance, delivering high-quality people-related processes, whilst proactively seeking opportunities to improve and innovate.

The ideal candidate will be dynamic and multi-skilled, adopting an approach that goes beyond the traditional HR model, establishing and leading a department that takes pride in working closely with leaders and team members to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention, making the LFA an employer of choice.

If you possess a curious mindset, are solution-driven and have pro-active leadership skills with a passion for leading with integrity and encouraging collaboration; if you have a positive and approachable manner, are adaptable to change and possess a willingness to embrace innovative ideas and processes; if you are a dynamic, people-oriented professional with a desire to build a progressive culture and have a positive impact on employee experience - we invite you to apply for the position of Head of People.

Join us and contribute to creating a supportive and thriving work environment for our team.

Meet our LFA Team HERE.

Requirements

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic planning & implementation
• Employee education, experience & engagement (Employee Journey)
• Departmental resources development
• Departmental legal & compliance
• Culture and change management
• Performance management and development

Essential

• CIPD Level 7 Qualified or equivalent experience.
• Educated to degree level in human resources management, psychology, or a business-related subject or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in a senior leadership HR and/or People and Culture role, comfortable coaching senior leaders on all people related issues.
• Excellent knowledge of HR strategy, best practice, employment laws and regulations, accepted professional standards, policies and procedures, recruitment, engagement, cultural change, performance management, talent development strategies, pay, reward and recognition, wellbeing and welfare, learning and development, HR systems and budgets.
• Experience in developing and executing people strategy, has led on successful structural and cultural organisational change projects, embedding HR practices that drive people and performance excellence.
• Demonstrable experience in improving end to end HR processes.
• Experience of using metrics for driving performance, along with thorough and methodical attention to detail.
• Leadership experience in inspiring, motivating and developing a team of People and Culture professionals.
• A commitment to driving equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging throughout the organisation.
• Commercial outlook, understanding the unique needs of the business and implementing fit-for-purpose People initiatives that have meaningful impact and deliver a ROI.
• Embrace the responsibility of becoming a culture champion, driving positive behaviours and values.
• Strong HR Generalist experience and a willingness to be hands-on.
• Strategic thinking abilities, role model qualities, strong organisational skills, superior interpersonal skills and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders developing and nurturing relationships across the business.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and address employee relations matters.
• Proficient in HR software systems and MS Office 365 suite.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.

Desirable

• Experience in an educational or creative industry setting.
• Experience of working within a growing organisation.

View Head of People Job Specification HERE.

As part of your application please fill out this Job Application Form and upload it where applicable below.

Benefits

Summary of benefits will be discussed at interview and include:

• 25 days of annual leave per annum, increasing by one additional day after each year, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Continuing professional development days (CPD)
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Use of on-site cinema for private screenings
• Cinema membership
• Cycle to work & Tech scheme
• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution

Role Details

Salary: £55k - £63k per annum, dependent on experience (pro rata if part-time)

Time commitment: full or part-time will be considered (min 22.5 hours per week across 3 days)

Hours of Work: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, normally Monday to Friday

Based: 52a Walham Grove, London SW6 1QR

Flexible working conditions will be considered.

Application deadline: 26 August 2024, 6pm

Phone Screening: Week commencing 26 August 2024

Zoom Interviews: Week commencing 2 September

Final Interviews: Week commencing 9 September

Start date: As soon as possible

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

All candidates must be able to provide proof of right to work in the UK.

We value diversity and welcome applications from members of under-represented groups.

Candidates must complete an application form when applying, please download the form HERE and upload the document via the apply button below.

Last updated on Jul 22, 2024