<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><strong>Head of People | Premium Retail Brand<br>London (Hybrid) | Competitive Salary</strong></p><p>We're partnered with a premium retailer known for its quality, craft and customer experience - and we're now looking for an experienced Head of People to join the business at an exciting point of growth and transformation.</p><p>This role is reporting into the People Director &amp; will be playing a key part in shaping what the future of the brand looks like - from the inside out.</p><p><strong>The role:</strong><br>As Head of People, you'll lead the people strategy across retail and head office. You'll be responsible for ensuring the business is set up for continued growth - through the lens of culture, development, talent and engagement.</p><p>You'll work closely with senior leaders, acting as a true business partner and critical friend - helping to shape a people function that supports high performance, attracts brilliant people, and champions an inclusive, supportive culture.</p><p>There's a real opportunity here to influence, inspire and build something long-lasting.</p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role - ideally within retail or a customer-focused business</p></li><li><p>A strong understanding of premium customer expectations, and how this translates into a people-first culture</p></li><li><p>A commercial and strategic mindset, but equally happy rolling your sleeves up when needed</p></li><li><p>Natural leadership presence - someone people connect with, trust and feel inspired by</p></li><li><p>Experience working with senior stakeholders and driving people change with impact and sensitivity</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why join?</strong><br>This is a business that genuinely puts people at the heart of everything they do - both their customers and their teams. They're proud of their heritage and excited about their future.</p><p>The role offers the chance to be part of that story - to shape, influence and elevate the people agenda across the whole business.</p><p>If you're a passionate HR leader looking to make a difference in a values-led, premium brand - we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>BBBH33986</strong></p></dd>