Group Executive Director of People Services

Inspire Education Group | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire and Stamford, Lincolnshire 
Salary: £85,000-£90,000 per annum | Contract: Permanent

Are you a visionary HR leader ready to make a significant impact? Do you thrive on developing innovative people strategies and building high-performing teams? Inspire Education Group (IEG) is looking for a dynamic and strategic Group Executive Director of People Services.

If you’re passionate about driving organisational development, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture and are eager to lead transformative initiatives. We welcome applications from candidates from all sector backgrounds, and we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As our Group Executive Director of People Services, you will be a key strategic leader, developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy that aligns directly with our organisational goals. Reporting to the CEO/Principal, you will oversee all aspects of people services, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, organisational development, mental health, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives that support our strategic priorities.

• Talent Acquisition: Overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding, and developing innovative recruiting strategies.
• Employee Relations: Building and maintaining strong employee relations through effective communication, conflict resolution, and performance management
• Organisational Development: Fostering a positive and inclusive work environment through engagement, training and development programs, and succession planning.
• Leadership & Team Development: Leading, motivating and developing our People Services team.
• Inclusion & Diversity: Playing a lead role in inclusion and diversity initiatives, supporting well-being, EDI, and other programs to develop staff.
• Financial Responsibility: Developing and managing all HR budgets, ensuring value for money and return on investment, and working with the finance team to model pay costs.

You’ll be a vital member of the Executive Leadership Team, championing values-based, compassionate, inclusive, and innovative leadership throughout the Group , and deputising for the CEO/Principal in key meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Member or Fellow of the CIPD or other relevant professional body, with a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with a depth of HR and Organisational Development expertise.
• A proven track record in building and leading high-performing HR teams and delivering high-impact HR programs.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align HR strategies with organisational goals.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing people strategies that drive business results.
• Extensive experience in change management, organisational development, and employee relations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform HR decisions and present at Board level.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executive leaders and all stakeholders.

Why Join Inspire Education Group?

At IEG, our mission is to transform lives through inspirational and innovative learning. We’re proud of our reputation, our people and our inclusive, collaborative culture.

We offer a flexible, supportive working environment, a generous benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across Peterborough, Stamford and the wider region.

Location

This role is based at our Peterborough and Stamford campuses. We welcome applications from those living within a reasonable commute or open to relocating.

For More Information

For further information and a confidential discussion with our retained partner, Issy Simons at Morgan Hunt: Isabel.simons@morganhunt.com

IEG is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.