11 Oct
St Giles Trust
London
Job description
Job Summary
St Giles is a national social justice charity dedicated to empowering those held back by poverty, abuse, addiction, mental health issues, and crime to transform their lives.
With over 600 staff and volunteers, we deliver impactful, high-quality support services across the UK. Our innovative approach has led to significant social and economic benefits, reinforcing our reputation as a leader in the sector.
We’re not looking for ordinary we want extraordinary! Welcome to an exciting organisation that plays a critical role in transforming lives.
We're on the hunt for an exceptional and passionate leader to step into the role of Executive Director of People and elevate St Giles to the pinnacle of workplace excellence in our sector and we mean it.
This dynamic position is key to enhancing our people-centric culture, attracting, retaining, and nurturing top talent that embodies the rich diversity and experiences of the communities we serve.
As the Executive Director of People, you’ll collaborate closely with our CEO and Executive Team, providing both strategic and hands-on leadership to cultivate a high-energy environment and drive our organisation’s success.
You will have a proven track record in senior people and culture roles, driving cultural change, and developing exceptional learning experiences and high performing staff.
You will be CIPD qualified, have an in-depth knowledge of HR best practices, EDI agendas, and strategic implications. Your communications skills will need to be top notch to succeed in this challenging role.
As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding,
protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require a Basic DBS Check.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
▶️ Executive Director of People
🖊️ St Giles Trust
📍 London