Head Of HR And Group ER (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of HR and Group ER (Fintech): Leading people strategy and employee relations for executive-level business partners with an accent on high-performance culture and policy governance. Focus on driving organizational transformation, managing high-risk ER matters, and aligning people plans with commercial performance.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK)

Company

A FTSE 100 fintech operating across five continents, serving over 1.3 million customers globally.

What you will do

• Partner with ExCo members (CFO, CPO, CRO, etc.) to develop and execute people strategies that accelerate business performance.
• Lead Group Employee Relations and Policy, ensuring consistent, fair, and legally compliant practices across the organization.
• Design and implement performance frameworks to embed a high-performance culture and accountability.
• Drive organizational design initiatives and change management for major transformation programs.
• Execute talent strategies, lead talent reviews, and manage succession planning for critical roles.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of five HR professionals, including HRBPs and ER specialists.

Requirements

• Significant HR leadership experience partnering at the executive/C-suite level in complex environments.
• Proven expertise in building high-performance cultures and performance management frameworks.
• Strong background in Employee Relations and deep knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience leading large-scale organizational transformation and change programs.
• Track record of leading high-performing HR teams and coaching executives.
• Must be based in the United Kingdom.

Nice to have

• Previous experience within financial services or the fintech industry.

Culture & Benefits

• 12% flexible benefits package on top of base salary, including pension and medical plans.
• Annual performance-based bonus scheme.
• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities.
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and tailored leadership training programs.
• Additional time off for volunteering and a day off for your birthday.