Head of Human Resources - Kaplan Professional
Reference number: JR244539
Location: Hybrid working - home and our office in London SE1
Working pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Number of roles: 1
Salary: £85,000-£100,000 per annum plus 10% bonus
We are looking for a Head of Human Resources to join our team.
As Head of Human Resources, you will play an important role in building and managing a successful business with a focused, engaged, diverse, empowered workforce. Your focus will be on supporting and empowering our teams to act with integrity and drive our organisation’s success, and you will:
Oversee the HR function, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive HR services, via your own team and in partnership with group HR shared services
Support the Leaders of our Professional Education and Assessment businesses in shaping and fostering the organisational culture and values
Develop and implement strategies that enhance employee attraction, engagement, satisfaction, and retention
Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, aligning people practices with the overall goals and objectives of Kaplan
Undertake Kaplan group responsibilities, working with colleagues globally on people initiatives that impact across the group, providing to you the opportunity to access materials, tools and support from other Kaplan business units.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who may be currently working as a Head of Human Resources or similar, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.
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What you’ll bring to the role
You will be an experienced HR professional with the necessary skills to balance the needs of your various stakeholders, navigate the UK’s employment legislation, and create an environment where people can give their best and fulfil their potential.
This will include:
Proven experience in a leadership role focused on culture, employee engagement, people strategy and HR management
Strong understanding of organisational development, talent management, and change management principles
Knowledge of equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and their impact on the workplace
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing people-related policies and programs
Commercial awareness with good analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities and ensure key deadlines are met
What we do
Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance & banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals.
We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.
What we believe in
Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed, so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity, grow knowledge, empower & support, create opportunity, drive results together.
Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive.
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Our Values
We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success.
• Act with integrity
• Empower and support
• Create opportunity
• Grow knowledge
• Drive results together
What we offer
As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• 28 days annual leave + option to purchase more
• Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
• Private medical, income protection, and life insurance
• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
• Company pension contributions
• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels
How to apply
To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 30 March 2025. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
First stage interviews will be conducted online and second stage interviews will be conducted face to face.
Application Support
If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team kaplanstaff.recruitment@kaplan.com.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe equality, diversity, and inclusion - of culture, experiences, and perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner, and employer, we are committed to promoting a world in which diverse talent can equally develop, advance and thrive. This includes making sure people with disabilities are given the opportunity to bring their best.
We're dedicated to making Kaplan a great place to work where everyone can succeed, and we proudly participate in the Disability Confident scheme. We are committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role as found in the “What you’ll bring to the role “ section of the job description. Details of how to request your application be considered under the Disability Confident scheme will be shared with all applicants upon submission of an application.
Furthermore, all applicants invited to attend interview will be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments to attend.