Assistant Director of People & Culture
Venn Group are partnering with a respected Housing Association to recruit an Assistant Director of People & Culture on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This senior role will lead on cultural transformation projects, behavioural frameworks, HR branding and organisational development initiatives.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary: £80,000 per annum
- Contract: 12‑Month FTC
- Hours: Full Time
- Location: Manchester
- Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days per week in office)
- Start: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the project management and delivery of organisation‑wide cultural change programmes
- Develop and embed behavioural frameworks that support organisational values and performance
- Oversee internal audits relating to people, culture and HR compliance
- Strengthen HR branding and internal identity to support engagement and retention
- Provide strategic leadership across People & Culture functions, ensuring alignment with organisational goals
- Produce high‑quality reports, board papers and strategic updates
- Work closely with senior leaders to influence culture, behaviours and organisational development
- Drive continuous improvement across HR processes, systems and people initiatives
- Support the development of a positive, inclusive and high‑performing workplace culture
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role (Head of HR, AD People, OD Lead, etc.)
- Strong background in cultural change, organisational development and behavioural frameworks
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead complex programmes
- Exceptional report‑writing and communication skills
- Experience within housing, public sector or a regulated environment desirable
- Self‑motivated, proactive and confident influencing at senior level
- Ability to work autonomously while driving organisation‑wide initiatives
If you or someone you know is interested, please apply to this advert or contact:
Simon Cain – scain@venngroup.com
Nhi Nguyen – nnguyen@venngroup.com
Alternatively, call 07441 916450 for more details.
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester