Associate Director People - Croydon, United Kingdom - Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

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Croydon, United Kingdom

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We are seeking an experienced and future-focused Associate Director of People to join our dynamic team.

As a crucial member of our team, you will work closely with the Chief People Officer and communities of expertise to develop and implement people solutions that align with our Trust's People Strategy.

Your responsibilities will involve providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for HR business partnering, employee relations, and health, well-being, and occupational health functions.

You will ensure managers have access to a professional and efficient people function, establish expert human resource capacity, and drive proactive and innovative approaches to meet workforce objectives.

Monitoring workforce data, supporting equality and diversity, managing budgets, and fostering collaborative partnerships are key aspects of this role.

You will also play a vital role in driving our People strategy, navigating complex employee relations matters, and leading the Occupational Health and Health & Wellbeing functions.

If you are a proactive and dynamic professional with a passion for people management and strategic planning, we invite you to join our team and shape the future of our Trust.

"I believe this is an incredibly exciting time to join our Croydon People and Culture team. You will have the opportunity to get involved in designing, shaping and delivering our new People Strategy and be part of my leadership team that will take the organisation on a journey to deliver transformational change with a better outcome for our patients and communities."Simon Haben, Chief People Officer

What we're looking for:

Extensive experience in strategic people management and workforce planning.
Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations.
Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, driving organisational improvement and performance.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to coach and challenge senior leaders.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies.
Track record of delivering successful change management initiatives.

Croydon Healthcare Services Trust is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive working environment where our employees can thrive and make a real difference to people's lives.

As an Associate Director of People, you will play a vital role in shaping our organisation's people strategy and driving a culture of excellence.

At Croydon Healthcare Services Trust, we're proud of our workplace, but we also know that life outside of work matters.

We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance and supporting our employees in achieving overall well-being.

Our commitment to our staff extends beyond their professional lives, as we understand the importance of their personal and family life, hobbies, and community involvement.

We strive to create a culture that values and respects the diverse needs and interests of our employees, promoting their overall happiness and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and implement people solutions aligned with the organisation's strategy.
Provide HR leadership, including employee relations and wellbeing functions.
Develop HR capacity and capability to support strategic change management.
Collaborate with senior leaders to achieve workforce objectives and track HR metrics.
Support the Chief People Officer in board meetings and projects.
Drive HR service transformation and improvement.
Develop and monitor the People Strategy aligned with the business strategy.
Manage budgets and ensure optimal resource utilisation.
Coach and develop leaders for compassionate and inclusive behaviours.
Ensure compliance, conduct research, and foster partnerships with unions and stakeholders.