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Director, Human Resources
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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Cytiva, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You will thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter to people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Director, Human Resources - Filtration is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the global and local Human Resources teams supporting the business unit, specifically in the acquisition and development of talent as well as creating and maintaining a highly productive and engaging culture. This position will provide leadership to approximately 1 900 associates globally. This role will serve as a thought leader and partner in advancing organization capabilities and effectiveness and will drive organization and talent development efforts to meet strategic and annual business objectives . Additionally, the role will focus on developing a culture that facilitates open communication with leadership, advances the associate s' value proposition and educates associates on how they contribute to enterprise-wide goals.
The role reports t o the Cytiva Filtration HR Leader and is part of the R esins, Filtration and Media (RFM) HR team. The role will be based onsite in Portsmouth, Harbourgate (United Kingdom).
What you will do:
Organization Partnership
+ Proactively engage with Operations L2+ people leaders and associates, acting as a thought partner through business, people and organization-related topics. Identify and present organization and talent implications of business strategy and decisions. Act as an advisor to leaders and associates during times of change and partner with the business to develop and implement change management and communication plans.
+ Lead and/or partner on strategic HR projects and initiatives tied to short and long-term Operations objectives.
+ Provide performance improvement, difficult feedback, and other employee relations coaching and guidance to leaders. Lead organization diagnosis processes and metrics focused on talent, organization, capability, and culture effectiveness.
+ Develop regional/local connections with HR partners supporting Operations globally to drive annual talent processes in partnership with Talent Management and Total Rewards.
Talent Pipeline and Development
+ Assess and propose talent acquisition needs; partner with regional/local HR and Talent Management teams to build talent pools, cultivate talent, identify critical capabilities and gaps.
+ Partner with people leaders to assess and create talent development opportunities and facilitate cross-function talent movement and career journeys.
Program Management and Process Improvement
+ Partner with the RFM HR team in development of cross-business unit HR programs and streamlining existing processes across RFM and/or the wider Cytiva enterprise.
+ Analyze HR metrics to drive key business strategies, enhance HR organizational effectiveness, and drive process improvements.
+ Through DBS, identify key HR targets to improve/metrics to analyze and solve business problems that impact organizational effectiveness.
+ Consult with operations' process owners to explore opportunities to optimize productivity utilizing continuous improvement processes (Transactional Process Improvement, Problem Solving Process, Value Stream Mapping, etc.). Act as a change leader for improvements and sustainment .
Who you are
+ Bachelor's degree in industrial/organizational psychology, human resource management, business or related field.
+ At least 10 years of experience in progressive human resources business partnership roles.
+ Experience providing human resources support for manufacturing and operations within the life science industry.
+ Demonstrated experience as a cross-functional partner who collaborates well and can indirectly influence in a matrixed e nvironment .
+ Self-motivated and comfortable operating with minimal direction; thriving in a dynamic environment as a leader driving change and transformation.
+ Mission-driven with high energy and strong levels of perseverance; works toward both individual and team goals. Passionate about data; identifies and influences organization, culture, and talent opportunities.
+ Travel up to 15% .
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Lead ing large-scale people and business transformation initiatives across global functions.
+ Handl ing complex global employee relations matters ensuring compliance and consistency.
+ Critical thinking and drive to solve problems.
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Human Resources Director
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People Director – Strategic Leadership in a High-Growth, Multi-Site Organisation.
c. £120,000 Base plus competitive bonus and potential equity
London based
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We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced People Director to lead the development and execution of a forward-thinking people strategy across a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
This is a senior leadership role with broad scope — from shaping talent acquisition and development to embedding a culture of inclusion, performance, and progression.
More about the role:
- Lead the delivery of a company-wide People Strategy , with a strong focus on talent management, workforce planning, and organisational design.
- Oversee all aspects of talent acquisition , including strategic hiring, early careers, and scalable staffing models.
- Drive impactful learning and development initiatives, including leadership programmes and structured career pathways.
- Champion internal mobility , succession planning, and future capability building across all job families.
- Define and evolve the employer value proposition , ensuring alignment between internal culture and external messaging.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure people operations are scalable, tech-enabled, and legally compliant.
- Lead initiatives around engagement, inclusion, and belonging , ensuring values are embedded across the employee experience.
More about you:
- Proven experience in talent acquisition and development within fast-paced, multi-site sectors such as education, healthcare, hospitality, or retail.
- Strong understanding of the full talent lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding to development and progression.
- Experience managing senior people leaders and working closely with executive stakeholders.
- Deep knowledge of HR operations, systems, and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated success in building internal mobility frameworks, early careers programmes, and scalable staffing models.
- A passion for inclusion, coaching cultures, and creating environments where people thrive.
- Commercially minded, data-driven, and comfortable leading through change and growth.
Human Resources Director
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Lincoln Cornhill are delighted to be partnering with a PE-backed social care provider seeking to appoint a HR Director on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract .
Based in Lincoln with hybrid working (2–3 days from home per week) , this full-time role offers a competitive package of c£80,000 per annum, plus a £5,000 car allowance and a range of attractive benefits.
Reporting to the CEO, and sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the HR Director will lead the development and implementation of the organisation’s people strategy within the Group Division.
This pivotal role will oversee all HR functions, spanning talent acquisition, employee engagement, learning and development, organisational design, performance management, reward, and compliance, ensuring the organisation attracts, retains, and develops the talent required to achieve its ambitions, while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.
Core competencies include (but not limited to):
- Develop and deliver the long-term HR strategy in alignment with organisational objectives
- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on all people matters
- Drive organisational development and change management initiatives
- Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing across the organisation
- Lead recruitment and retention strategies to secure top talent
- Oversee workforce and succession planning
- Implement effective performance management and appraisal systems
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development
- Maintain a positive employee relations climate through effective communication and fair practices
- Ensure a consistent and legally compliant handling of employee relations issues
- Lead employee engagement strategies, acting on insight from surveys and forums
- Oversee the design and administration of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programmes
- Align reward systems with performance, values, and market trends
- Develop recognition initiatives to enhance motivation and morale
- Ensure HR policies and practices comply with employment law and regulatory requirements
- Manage HR risk including safeguarding, grievances, whistleblowing, and investigations
- Lead internal audits, accreditations, and HR-related governance activities
- Lead, coach and develop the HR team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement
- Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders on managing teams effectively
- Promote leadership development and succession readiness
About you:
- Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role (ideally Director level or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and organisational development
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing people strategies
- Experience leading change and transformation, ideally within a multi-site or high-growth organisation
- Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative and confident in working with senior stakeholders
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Health cash plan
- Pension
Working hours:
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, Flexible hours
- Home working 2/3 days per week
Lincoln Cornhill Executive is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
At LCE we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Human Resources Director
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Human Resources Director (HRD)
Alexander Associates are working with a groundbreaking company at the forefront of private spaceflight innovation, our client pioneers environmentally responsible launch systems and engineering excellence.
The Role:
Our client is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Human Resources Director to lead the strategic direction of their people operations. This is a key leadership role that calls for someone with strong judgment, practical experience, and a clear vision for helping our team and company grow.
Principal Responsibilities:
- To design, guide, and implement human capital strategy in alignment with the organisation’s mission and long-term vision.
- To lead with discernment all HR operations, ensuring compliance with prevailing legislation and upholding the highest standards of corporate governance.
- To preside over talent acquisition, performance management, and interpersonal relations across all departments, fostering cohesion and accountability.
- To champion the company’s employer brand and ensure its resonance both internally and across the wider talent market.
- To manage the departmental budget with diligence, while anticipating organisational resource needs with foresight and precision.
- To craft and deploy tailored learning programmes and succession plans for the development of emerging and high-potential leaders.
- To curate and refine compensation schemes and employee recognition initiatives that reflect merit and promote longevity.
- To serve as a cultural steward, cultivating an environment of trust, aspiration, and professional fulfilment.
Expectations & Credentials:
- A minimum of five years’ distinguished experience within the human resources domain, preferably in high-velocity sectors such as IT or advanced engineering.
- Demonstrated mastery in designing and executing performance appraisal frameworks.
- Expertise in talent development initiatives, particularly High-Potential (HiPo) programmes.
- Proven capability in retention and recognition strategy.
- Articulate and poised communicator, adept in navigating complex interpersonal dynamics.
- Oriented towards outcomes and measured by efficacy.
- A temperament well-suited to environments of change, innovation, and momentum.
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Director - Associate Director
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Role Profile: Director / Associate Director – Consultancy
Hotels – Cost Management / Commercial Director
Location: London HQ – National remit
Overview
This is a Partner or Associate-level opportunity within a well-established, niche consultancy with an excellent reputation in the student accommodation and build-to-rent sectors. Their hotel portfolio has seen steady and exciting growth, and they are now looking to appoint a true hotel specialist to take the lead in this space.
You’ll be joining a dynamic, entrepreneurial leadership team and will have full ownership of developing and scaling the hotel business stream. This is a key appointment designed to cement the company’s position as a sector specialist in the hospitality market.
Please note: Relevant hotel sector experience is essential for this role.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a commercially focused, strategically minded Cost / Quantity Surveying professional to take a central leadership role in driving forward the growth of our hotel sector offering.
This is a high-profile, client-facing position that blends cost consultancy with sector strategy and business development. You will work closely with internal leaders, external stakeholders, and some of the UK’s most prominent hotel operators, developers, and investors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow the hotel sector business stream, identifying new opportunities and building long-term client relationships
- Deliver high-quality cost management services across a range of hotel projects (capex programmes, refurbishments, new builds, and acquisitions)
- Partner closely with client-side property directors and internal stakeholders to ensure commercial success and alignment with brand, cost, and time objectives
- Act as a strategic advisor on hotel development, lifecycle costing, and value engineering
- Represent the business at industry events and contribute to thought leadership in the hospitality space
- Report to the Board and leadership team on pipeline, performance, and strategic direction for the hotel portfolio
What We’re Looking For
- A background in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, ideally MRICS (or equivalent), with extensive, demonstrable experience in the hotel sector
- Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to lead at senior levels
- Strategic thinker with the commercial awareness to grow a sector offering and build market presence
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, keen to take ownership and drive growth within a niche, quality-led consultancy
Why Join?
- Autonomy to build and lead a business unit within a collaborative and well-respected consultancy
- A genuine opportunity to shape the direction of the company’s hotel work and become a sector thought leader
- Competitive salary and leadership-level package, with future equity potential for the right individual
To Apply
Please send your CV, including:
- Current salary
- Full package details
- Notice period information
to:
Candidates must have direct hotel project experience to be considered.
Director - Associate Director
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Role Profile: Director / Associate Director – Consultancy
Hotels – Cost Management / Commercial Director
Location: London HQ – National remit
Overview
This is a Partner or Associate-level opportunity within a well-established, niche consultancy with an excellent reputation in the student accommodation and build-to-rent sectors. Their hotel portfolio has seen steady and exciting growth, and they are now looking to appoint a true hotel specialist to take the lead in this space.
You’ll be joining a dynamic, entrepreneurial leadership team and will have full ownership of developing and scaling the hotel business stream. This is a key appointment designed to cement the company’s position as a sector specialist in the hospitality market.
Please note: Relevant hotel sector experience is essential for this role.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a commercially focused, strategically minded Cost / Quantity Surveying professional to take a central leadership role in driving forward the growth of our hotel sector offering.
This is a high-profile, client-facing position that blends cost consultancy with sector strategy and business development. You will work closely with internal leaders, external stakeholders, and some of the UK’s most prominent hotel operators, developers, and investors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow the hotel sector business stream, identifying new opportunities and building long-term client relationships
- Deliver high-quality cost management services across a range of hotel projects (capex programmes, refurbishments, new builds, and acquisitions)
- Partner closely with client-side property directors and internal stakeholders to ensure commercial success and alignment with brand, cost, and time objectives
- Act as a strategic advisor on hotel development, lifecycle costing, and value engineering
- Represent the business at industry events and contribute to thought leadership in the hospitality space
- Report to the Board and leadership team on pipeline, performance, and strategic direction for the hotel portfolio
What We’re Looking For
- A background in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, ideally MRICS (or equivalent), with extensive, demonstrable experience in the hotel sector
- Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to lead at senior levels
- Strategic thinker with the commercial awareness to grow a sector offering and build market presence
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, keen to take ownership and drive growth within a niche, quality-led consultancy
Why Join?
- Autonomy to build and lead a business unit within a collaborative and well-respected consultancy
- A genuine opportunity to shape the direction of the company’s hotel work and become a sector thought leader
- Competitive salary and leadership-level package, with future equity potential for the right individual
To Apply
Please send your CV, including:
- Current salary
- Full package details
- Notice period information
to:
Candidates must have direct hotel project experience to be considered.
HR Leadership Research Fellow – Culture Catalysts (Partial Scholarship)
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Shape What Culture Means. The World Is Waiting.
What if you could do more than talk about culture — and actually change it?
Rise and Thrive Global, a globally recognised leader in ICF-accredited coach education and organisational transformation, in partnership with the University of Melbourne, invites you to write a bold new chapter in workplace leadership.
Step forward as a Culture Catalyst — not just to observe the future, but to help build it.
This is a call for visionary HR leaders: to inspire, to be inspired, and to leave a legacy that shapes how leadership is practiced for generations to come.
Why You Should Apply
- Prestige & Impact: Join a selective cohort of 36 HR leaders chosen for their courage, vision, and commitment to people-first cultures.
- Global Influence: Contribute to research on psychological safety, wellbeing, and positive leadership — with the opportunity to be featured in the Global Culture Report.
- Cutting-Edge Tools: Access the world’s only ICF Level 2 Accredited Positive Psychology Coaching framework.
- ICF PCC Certification: Upon completion, earn your International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential — a globally respected qualification.
- Partial Scholarship: Receive financial support in recognition of your time, insights, and leadership.
- Alumni & Visibility: Join a global peer network and be profiled as a thought leader in the future of work.
Who Should Apply
You are:
• A senior HR leader — CHRO, CPO, HR Director, Head of People & Culture, or L&D Lead
• Passionate about shaping environments where humanity and performance thrive together
• Ready to collaborate, innovate, and lead at a global level
• Committed to co-creating real-world solutions, not just theory
Fellowship Details
• Remote, flexible participation (approx. 4–6 hours/month)
• Runs from September 2025 to May 2026
• Includes monthly roundtables, guided reflections, and collaborative research contributions
• Partial scholarship provided
• ICF PCC Certification awarded upon completion
• Application deadline: August 30, 2025
• Only 36 fellowships will be awarded globally
How to Apply
To express your interest, please email with:
- Your name, role, and organisation
- A short paragraph on why this opportunity resonates with you
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Director
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Location: Manchester
Salary: £100,000 – £20,000 + Executive Package (Car/Car Allowance, Bonus, Benefits)
Level: Director
Reporting to: Managing Director / Board
The Opportunity
We are representing a progressive and highly respected property consultancy that is entering its next phase of strategic growth. As part of this evolution, the firm is seeking to appoint a Director – Building Surveying to lead, grow, and drive the performance of the building surveying function.
This is a senior, high-impact leadership role suited to an experienced, commercially astute professional with a strong technical background and proven track record in team and business management.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership:
Provide overall leadership of the Building Surveying team, shaping service delivery and aligning with the wider business strategy. - Team Growth & Development:
Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing surveyors at all levels, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and progression. - Client Relationship Management:
Oversee key client accounts, delivering strategic advice and ensuring long-term partnerships and client satisfaction. - Project Oversight:
Lead complex building surveying projects, including technical due diligence, defect analysis, dilapidations, and refurbishment schemes. - Financial Management:
Full P&L responsibility for the department – budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring profitability across service lines. - Business Development:
Identify and capitalise on growth opportunities, driving business development initiatives and supporting the expansion of service offerings. - Governance & Compliance:
Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.
- Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent) – essential
- Significant experience at senior / associate director level within a consultancy environment
- Proven team leadership experience with the ability to inspire and manage across disciplines
- Commercially driven, with strong business acumen and experience managing P&L
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and grow high-value client relationships
- Strong technical proficiency across all core areas of building surveying
- Strategic mindset with the ability to influence at board level
- Base salary: £100,000 20,000 (DOE)
- Executive benefits package including car or allowance, bonus scheme, and pension
- Equity/Partnership potential for the right individual
- Flexible/hybrid working environment
- Opportunity to shape and expand a high-performing team within a growing consultancy
- Direct influence on business direction and long-term strategy
Director
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Director of Quantity Surveying
Edinburgh
Salary - 90,000
A well-established multi-disciplinary consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Director of Quantity Surveying to join their experienced team.
This opportunity provides an exceptional platform to showcase your expertise and drive impactful results. With a starting salary of 90,000, this Director of Quantity Surveying position not only rewards your skills but also places you at the helm of significant projects, where your decisions will shape the future of the consultancy and its clients.
The ideal candidate for the Director of Quantity Surveying wilpossess a robust background in Quantity Surveying from a consultancy background, coupled with a proven track record of servicing clients to the highest standards. Your ability to run a profit and loss account will be crucial, as will your operational experience in managing teams and projects. This role demands someone who is not only technically proficient but also possesses the leadership qualities to inspire and guide a team towards excellence.
Key Responsibilities of the Director of Quantity Surveying:
- Lead and manage the Quantity Surveying division.
- Oversee client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
- Manage profit and loss accounts, driving financial performance.
- Implement operational strategies to optimise efficiency and effectiveness.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Essential Skills and Experience required of the Director of Quantity Surveying:
- Extensive experience in Quantity Surveying and Cost Management.
- Proven ability to manage profit and loss accounts.
- Strong operational management skills.
- Excellent client relationship management.
- Leadership experience with a track record of team development.
This Director of Quantity Surveying role is more than just a job; it is a chance to make a significant impact within a leading consultancy.
If you are a dynamic professional with the ambition to drive success and deliver exceptional results, this Director of Quantity Surveying position could be the perfect next step in your career.
What happens next:
On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying & Project Management recruiter, Rees Allan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Rees will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with.
Director
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Job Title: Planning Director
Location: Southampton
Multidisciplinary Private Planning Practice
Carrington West are pleased to be working with a private planning practice renowned for its innovative approach, seamlessly integrating urban design, architecture, and planning to shape the future of our built environment. Our multidisciplinary client thrives on creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable development, delivering transformative projects that enhance communities across the UK.
They seek an experienced and visionary Planning Director to lead a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of planning policies and practices, and a proven track record in managing complex planning projects. You will play a pivotal role in driving our projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they meet high standards.
Key Responsibilities:
·Provide strategic leadership and direction to the planning team.
·Oversee the development and delivery of planning applications, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
·Collaborate with urban designers, architects, and other stakeholders to develop innovative and sustainable planning solutions.
·Engage with clients, local authorities, and community groups to foster strong relationships and secure project approvals.
·Mentor and develop junior planners, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
·Stay abreast of industry trends, legislation, and best practices to ensure our practice remains at the forefront of the industry.
·Represent the practice at public meetings, planning committees, and other forums.
Qualifications and Experience:
·Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field.
·Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
·Extensive experience in a senior planning role, ideally within a multidisciplinary environment.
·Demonstrable success in managing large-scale and complex planning projects.
·Strong leadership and team management skills.
·Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
·In-depth knowledge of UK planning legislation, policies, and procedures.
What We Offer:
·Competitive salary and benefits package.
·Opportunity to lead and shape high-profile projects.
·Collaborative and supportive work environment.
·Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.
·Flexible working arrangements.
The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in interview or upon application.
This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role in you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application.
To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).
If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.
Job Reference Number: 51665