Job Description

PLEASE NOTE - Applicants will only be considered if you provide both a CV and detailed Cover Letter.

The role is

only open to women

, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.

Salary:

55,156 per annum

Location:

Office-based at one of our Women's Centres in Bradford, Hull, Leeds, Sheffield or Wakefield, with regular travel to all Together Women locations in Yorkshire and Humberside.

Contract:

Permenant

Hours:

37 hours, full-time

Closing date:

12pm, Friday 10th October 2025

Interviews:

Tuesday 21st October 2025.

To view the full job advert and role profile, please visit https://togetherwomen.org/director-of-people-hr-and-resources

Join Our Team

Together Women is looking for an experienced HR Director who can deliver strategic and operational direction for Together Women's people, HR, and resources functions.

We are an award-winning organisation, led by and for women. If you are passionate about working to support women every day, and advocate for a future where women and girls live empowered, safe and fulfilled lives, we'd love you to join our brilliant team.

About the role

This is a pivotal position that will shape Together Women's future - strengthening our culture, supporting staff to thrive, and ensuring our resources are aligned to deliver impact. The postholder will embody our values of collaboration, inclusion, and equity, placing women at the centre of everything we do while positioning Together Women as a leader in trauma-informed, women-centred workforce practice.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, for further information or an informal chat please contact Rokaiya Khan on rokaiyaK@togetherwomen.org .

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

25 days holiday increasing by one day per year to a max of 30 days, plus public holidays Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution Annual cost of living increase up to 4% Enhanced Training and Induction programme covering all areas of Together Women's work Access to our Employee Assistance Programme with discount offers and free telephone counselling service Access to our online wellbeing platform Employee eye-care scheme and free eye tests Organisation wide away days Career development pathways

Role Summary

This is a senior leadership role, where the postholder will shape and deliver a comprehensive workforce strategy that ensures our policies, practices, and culture are legally compliant, values-led, and grounded in trauma-informed principles. With responsibility for the full employee lifecycle, the Director will champion staff wellbeing, equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring Together Women remains an employer of choice within the women's sector.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director will work closely with the CEO and Board to align people strategy with organisational priorities, building workforce capacity to deliver high-quality services across Yorkshire and Humberside. They will provide expert leadership on complex HR, employee relations, and organisational development matters, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers.

In addition to leading our HR function, the role holds oversight for facilities, health and safety, and organisational resources, ensuring consistent compliance, safe working environments, and cost-effective procurement across all sites. The Director will also drive digital transformation of HR systems, the use of workforce data and analytics, and the development of reward and benefit strategies.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic People Leadership

Lead the development and delivery of Together Women's People Strategy, aligning workforce planning with organisational priorities and long-term sustainability. Ensure high-quality, efficient, and legally compliant HR operations across the organisation, with systems and policies rooted in values, inclusivity, and trauma-informed practice. Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior leaders on all people-related matters, including complex employee relations, organisational change, and workforce risk management. Drive the digital transformation of HR systems and analytics, ensuring workforce data informs decision-making and strategic planning. Commission and oversee relationships with external HR, legal, and professional support providers to ensure best practice and value.

Recruitment, Onboarding and Retention

Lead inclusive and innovative recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain a diverse, skilled, and values-led workforce. Oversee onboarding and induction processes, ensuring all staff feel welcomed, supported, and set up for success. Embed workforce diversity and representation as a core priority, monitoring progress and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board. Develop a reward and benefits strategy that supports engagement, wellbeing, and retention.

Learning, Development and Organisational Development

Design and deliver a comprehensive learning and development framework for all staff, ensuring opportunities for growth, progression, and leadership development. Lead succession planning and talent management, preparing the organisation for future workforce needs. Evaluate training and development impact, ensuring programmes are evidence-based and aligned to organisational goals. Foster a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice across the organisation.

Facilities, Health & Safety and Resources

Provide strategic oversight of Together Women's premises and facilities, ensuring safe, accessible, and welcoming environments across all centres. Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain robust risk management processes. Oversee procurement and supplier management to ensure value for money and sustainability in the use of organisational resources. Lead on leases, utilities, and contracts related to premises, working closely with Finance to ensure effective resource planning.

Culture, Equity and Staff Wellbeing

Champion Together Women's values, ensuring they are embedded across all policies, practices, and systems. Lead the embedding of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy, with measurable outcomes that advance anti-racism, gender equity, and lived experience leadership. Promote staff wellbeing through proactive policies, initiatives, and engagement, ensuring Together Women is recognised as a supportive and progressive employer. Shape and maintain an organisational culture that is collaborative, inclusive, and empowering, placing women at the centre of all we do.

Role Requirements / Person Specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Significant leadership experience (minimum 7 years) in senior HR/People roles, ideally at Head of HR/Director level. CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR/OD qualification, with evidence of continuous professional development. Proven track record of designing and delivering workforce strategies that drive organisational performance and culture change. Demonstrable experience of leading inclusive recruitment, retention, and workforce development strategies. In-depth knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and organisational risk management. Experience of implementing and optimising HR systems, data analytics, and performance frameworks. Strong track record of managing complex employee relations issues, restructures, and organisational change programmes. Experience in overseeing facilities, health & safety, and resource management at a strategic level. Skilled in negotiating and managing relationships with external contractors, suppliers, and professional advisors. Understanding of systemic issues faced by women affected by the criminal justice system, and commitment to trauma-informed and gender-responsive practice.

Desirable

Experience working in women's services, voluntary/community sector, or criminal justice settings. Experience of leading positive change in relation to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism, with measurable outcomes. Experience of developing and embedding wellbeing strategies in complex organisations. Familiarity with digital transformation and the use of HR technology to improve staff experience and efficiency.

Skills and Abilities

Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable people and resource strategies. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and build trust at all levels including Board and external partners. Skilled in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making under pressure. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities across complex organisational structures. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others. Values-driven, collaborative, and resilient, with a commitment to learning and continuous improvement. Skilled in interpreting workforce data and using insights to inform organisational decisions. Committed to safeguarding, anti-discriminatory practice, and creating safe and inclusive workplaces.

Other Requirements

Fluent in the use of Microsoft 365 and HR information systems. Able to travel across Yorkshire, Humberside, and nationally as required. Willingness to work some evenings and weekends (infrequent). Commitment to anti-racism and equity, diversity, and inclusion, embedding these principles into all areas of work. Commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of women and people facing disadvantage and discrimination in the criminal justice system
The post holder is expected to work within policies and procedures of Together Women and work in line with our values and behaviours within our Ethical Framework, which includes a commitment to anti-racism principles, and a commitment to supporting and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion withing the workplace so everyone feels safe and supported.

Notes

We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian, and other racially minoritised communities, who are currently underrepresented within the charity sector. This post is open to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Due to the nature of our work, it will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions which are not protected under the Act. Whilst this is a necessary requirement, we actively encourage applications from women with lived experience of the criminal justice system.

PLEASE NOTE - Applicants will only be considered if you provide both a CV and Cover Letter

The role is

only open to women, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 55,156.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

The role is only open to women, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. Please ensure you have attached a 2-page cover letter detailing how you meet the role requirements and any relevant experience of the key accountabilities. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Work Location: In person