Typically reporting to the CEO, HR directors are an important part of the executive management team and work closely with department heads and managers, advising on a variety of issues
HR directors provide overall guidance and direction for the human resources department of a company or organisation. They oversee the recruitment process of company employees, as well as playing a developmental role in HR operations
Additional responsibilities of a person in this role include performance management, the implementation of services, employee training, regulation compliance, organisational and policy development, and system improvement. Directors play a leading role in the running of a company, striving for optimum levels of performance, quality and productivity, while ensuring that company policies are adhered to and certain standards reached
Suitable candidates for the job must therefore be confident, articulate communicators capable of working with people at all levels. A background in business and knowledge of current employment law are often required for directorial positions, which offer salaries of between £47,000 and £80,000 per annum.