Interim Director of People

Title: Interim Director of People Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 FTE Contract length: 6 months Location: London / Hybrid We are supporting a well-established, values-led homelessness charity at an important stage in its development. Following a sustained period of growth and impact, the organisation is entering a period of evolution and is seeking an experienced Interim Director of People to provide steady, strategic leadership. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working as part of the Senior Management Team, you will provide oversight and guidance across the People function. You will act as a trusted adviser, supporting senior leaders and teams with a calm, measured approach while helping the organisation navigate change and maintain momentum. You will also provide operational leadership where required, supporting the Head of People with complex matters, reporting, and day-to-day HR activity, while maintaining a clear strategic focus. The successful candidate will bring: Substantial experience operating at Director of People / HR Director level, with both strategic and operational HR expertise Proven experience supporting organisations and senior teams through periods of change, providing guidance, reassurance, and leadership Credibility and judgement to advise CEO, Board and senior colleagues on complex and sensitive people matters A calm, measured and enabling leadership style, maintaining confidence and stability across teams Experience in sizeable, multi-site ..... full job details .....