Head of People

London Film Academy (LFA) has a global reputation for excellence in film education. We are proud to see our graduates go on to build notable careers in both TV and film all over the world.

We’re seeking an innovative and transformational Head of People, a seasoned professional, to lead on all aspects of our HR provision, and translate the LFA vision and values into a strategy and an embedded culture. This role involves full participation in the people-related operations of the LFA, collaboratively working across the business to identify strategic, departmental and individual needs and present solutions that help improve organisational performance and employee role achievement and enjoyment.

The Head of People is responsible for the full cycle of HR management, accountabilities include strategic leadership, talent acquisition and development, performance management and employee engagement, leading on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, change management and organisational development, legal and ethical compliance, delivering high-quality people-related processes, whilst proactively seeking opportunities to improve and innovate.

The ideal candidate will be motivated and multi-skilled, adopting an approach that goes beyond the traditional HR model, establishing and leading a department that takes pride in working closely with leaders and team members to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention, making the LFA an employer of choice.

If you possess a curious mindset, are solution-driven and have pro-active leadership skills with a passion for leading with integrity and encouraging collaboration; if you have a positive and approachable manner, are adaptable to change and possess a willingness to embrace innovative ideas and processes; if you are a motivated, people-oriented professional with a desire to build a progressive culture and have a positive impact on employee experience - we invite you to apply for the position of Head of People.

Join us and contribute to creating a supportive and thriving work environment for our team.

Meet our LFA Team HERE.

Requirements

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic planning & implementation
• Employee education, experience & engagement (Employee Journey)
• Departmental resources development
• Departmental legal & compliance
• Culture and change management
• Performance management and development

View Head of People Job Specification HERE.

Benefits

Summary of benefits will be discussed at interview and include:

• 25 days of annual leave per annum, increasing by one additional day after each year, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Continuing professional development days (CPD)
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Use of on-site cinema for private screenings
• Cinema membership
• Cycle to work & Tech scheme
• Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution

Role Details

Time commitment: full or part-time will be considered (min 22.5 hours per week across 3 days)

Hours of Work: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, normally Monday to Friday

Based: 52a Walham Grove, London SW6 1QR

Flexible working conditions will be considered.

Application deadline: 26 August 2024, 6pm

Phone Screening: Week commencing 26 August 2024

Zoom Interviews: Week commencing 2 September

Final Interviews: Week commencing 9 September

Start date: As soon as possible

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

All candidates must be able to provide proof of right to work in the UK.

We value diversity and welcome applications from members of under-represented groups.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above

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