Head of HR Department

Quilombo UK

Remote

Unpaid role, expenses not paid

Voluntary

Actively Interviewing

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Job description

About Quilombo UK

Quilombo UK is a social justice organisation dedicated to inspiring individuals to "See, Think, Behave and Speak Differently" about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create engaging experiences—ranging from our Beyond Bias training to our "Voices for All" podcasts—that raise awareness and empower unheard voices within our diverse communities.

The HR department is the operational engine of our Professional Development Programme (PDP) and Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP). As Head of HR, you will lead the teams responsible for the end-to-end learner journey—from initial Talent Acquisition and onboarding to bespoke Learning and Development and HR Advisory support. By ensuring our participants are embedded in a professional, high-standard work environment, you directly facilitate the skill acquisition and cultural integration necessary for career changers and newcomers to the UK to bridge employment gaps and overcome discrimination in the job market.

Head of Department (HR)

The Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity for a career step-up, providing experience in managing HR operations and people strategies within a social justice framework. In this Head of Department capacity, you will gain the leadership credentials and strategic oversight necessary to advance your professional trajectory while ensuring every individual we support is empowered to achieve their full potential.

Role Purpose

The Head of HR sits between Directors and Managers, turning high-level people strategies into deliverable plans across Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, and HR Advisory. You will own the direction and delivery control of the HR department to ensure the organisation attracts, develops, and retains high-quality talent while maintaining professional standards and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic People Planning: Turning Director-level objectives into practical HR plans with clear timelines and KPIs.
Talent Acquisition Oversight: Ensuring recruitment processes are effective, professional, and aligned with the organisation’s growth needs.
L&D Strategy: Overseeing the development of training programmes and the Professional Development Programme (PDP) and Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP) to ensure team growth.
Advisory Control: Ensuring HR Managers provide consistent, professional advice on employee relations, policy, and compliance.
Manager Leadership: Coaching HR Managers to maintain 100% work visibility in MeisterTask and manage their teams "by exception."
Assurance & Reporting: Providing weekly reports to Directors on headcount, training completion rates, and departmental risks.

Additional Professional Benefits

Career Development: A full CV and profile review conducted by our Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.
Operational Support: Access to the services of the Legal, Graphic Design, PR, and Production teams for up to 10 hours per month for professional or departmental support.
Proactive Recruitment: Use of the Talent Acquisition team to actively search out new roles and opportunities via industry portals and LinkedIn.

Requirements

Proven experience in HR management or a senior HR Generalist role.
Strong knowledge across Talent Acquisition, L&D, and HR Advisory.
Familiarity with HR software and technologies (including MeisterTask or similar project management tools).
Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks.
Focused, organised, and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently.
To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments.
Strong team player with the ability to lead through others.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Degree in HR, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
This is a 100% remote-only position.