Head of HR

Location:

Southwark (SE1) – South East London, London, United Kingdom

Salary:

£60k – 70k per year + Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Human Resources Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132847749

Posted On: 

05 April 2026

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of HR to join a growing F&B provider. This role will work closely with the founder and senior leadership team to shape and deliver the development and implementation of a strong people strategy that supports operational excellence, performance management, and career development.

The role:

* Develop and deliver a commercial people strategy aligned with business growth and operational performance
* Partner with senior leadership and operations to drive business performance through effective people management
* Ensure HR policies, procedures and compliance frameworks are robust, commercially focused, and consistently applied across the business
* Lead and embed a performance management culture, ensuring clear accountability and measurable objectives
* Support operational teams in delivering consistent customer experience through strong people management practices
* Lead organisational change initiatives including business restructuring, growth projects and acquisitions where required
* Develop and implement efficient HR systems and processes to improve operational effectiveness and reduce risk
* Manage and develop high quality HR support

Experience:

* Strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset
* Experience in contract catering, facilities management, or multi-site food and beverage operations
* Highly driven with excellent leadership and communication skills
* Lead HR initiatives relating to organisational change and growth, including potential acquisitions
* Professional, discreet and trustworthy with strong integrity
* CIPD 5 qualification is essential
* TUPE experience desirable

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