Head of HR - Central Functions

We’re looking for a Head of HR to join our central functions team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead on HR Business Partnering, providing clear, commercially focused advice and partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver our people strategy. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, building strong relationships between HR and the business to ensure our approach reflects real business needs. Your work will help shape and implement strategies that create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing environment for everyone. Location: UK Home based We are offering this role on a 6 month FTC basis At Capita, we live by our values: 🤝 Customer First, Always; 🧑‍💻 Fearless Innovation; ✠Achieve Together; 💙 Everyone is Valued. These guide how we work, collaborate, and deliver exceptional results. Job title: Head of HR - Central Functions Job Description: What We’re Looking For Broad HR expertise gained in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Experience supporting varied business areas, including IT and corporate functions. Knowledge of employment law, including tribunal claims and settlement agreements. Proven ability to partner with leadership teams to deliver people plans and initiatives. Skilled at navigating complex structures and supplier arrangements. A natural coach who empowers leaders and fosters high-performing teams. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and influence. Ability to create clear, well-structured reports and briefs. Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and attention to detail. Commitment to role-modelling our values and promoting an inclusive culture. What You’ll Do Lead the people strategy across IT and corporate functions, aligning with business objectives. Act as a trusted coach and confidant to senior leaders, influencing decisions that drive engagement and performance. Take the lead on major projects, including business transformation and organisational change. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that create a workplace where everyone feels valued. Ensure smooth delivery of key HR activities such as pay reviews and audits. Use data and insights to inform decisions and shape the people agenda. Align local plans with HR Centres of Excellence and deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. Promote our corporate values and foster diversity of thought. Drive resource planning, skills development, succession, and engagement strategies. Why Join Us? You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, working in a collaborative environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. We offer flexibility, professional development, and the chance to shape the future of our organisation. What in it for you? 💰 Competitive salary 🌴 23 days’ holiday, rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period ❤️ Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice 🍼 Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave 🚴‍♀️ Cycle2Work scheme, pension, life assurance, and more What we hope you’ll do next: Choose apply now and join a team that making a difference. We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email [email protected] and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website. Location: London , United Kingdom Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes – for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business – in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.