Job Description

Head of People / Group HR Manager

Own the HR function of a rapidly growing scale-up in the Life Safety Systems & Smart Buildings sector

Are you ready to shape and lead the people function of one of the fastest-growing founder-led companies in the Life Safety Systems industry? This is a unique opportunity to become the first dedicated HR hire in a high-growth scale-up, with a clear path to

Group HR Director

as the business expands.

Preventr delivers multi-million-pound projects in fire protection, manufacturing and smart building technology, working with leading universities, hospitals, local councils, social housing providers, airports and government departments. With 58 employees and around 40 subcontractors, we're scaling rapidly - on track to grow from

17m to 50m revenue within the next 3 years.

We're fully accredited to

ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001

, and pride ourselves on being highly trusted within the life safety sector.

As

Head of People / Group HR Manager

, you will:

Develop and lead our employer branding strategy. Review and enhance employee benefits. Design and implement a company-wide training and development plan. Create a workforce retention strategy. Introduce a company-wide performance appraisal process and train managers/supervisors in its use. Ensure all company policies and procedures remain compliant and up to date. Implement a centralised HR database. Standardise pay bandings and incentives across the group. Own and improve onboarding processes. Act as the go-to HR contact for all people-related matters. Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts across the business. Manage HR documentation. Maintain compliance with employment law, working alongside the Group HSEQ Manager. Build out and lead a HR team as the company grows.
You will report directly to the

Chief Financial & Operations Officer

and be supported by outsourced HR partners for documentation and employment law advice.

What We're Looking For

You will have:

Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar HR leadership role. Proven experience in a

high-growth B2B scale-up environment

. Experience managing both employees and subcontractors. UK-recognised HR qualifications. Strong experience delivering the HR element of business strategy. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work autonomously. Demonstrable track record of implementing HR tech and modern people processes. Experience in Learning & Development design and delivery. UK right to work.

Highly desirable:

Experience of M&A and post-acquisition integrations.
Package & Benefits

Salary:

Negotiable depending on experience

. 30 days' leave + UK bank holidays (with the option to buy an additional 5 days). Private Vitality healthcare and remote GP. Laptop and virtual SIM / phone provided. Remote working, with future hybrid model (2 days a week in Central London). Occasional travel to regional offices (expenses covered). Opportunity to progress to

Group HR Director

as the business scales.
Why Join Us?

This is your chance to step into a pivotal role in a company on a

buy-and-build growth journey

. You'll have full ownership of the HR function, shaping people strategy from the ground up, and scaling both the workforce and HR team as the company continues its rapid expansion.

Please submit your CV via Indeed

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 58,000.00-62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC2M 7QA