Head of People
The Head of People is the champion of culture, engagement, and employee experience. In this role, you will design and deliver people strategies that inspire, develop, and retain talent while supporting the organisation’s overall vision. You’ll oversee HR functions, wellbeing, diversity, and culture-building, ensuring the workplace is not just compliant but also a place where people thrive.
At Zavmo, we know this role is about balancing heart with strategy. Our AI-powered learning companion helps you strengthen your leadership style, embed inclusive practices, and drive initiatives that boost engagement and performance. Whether you aim to become an HR Director, Chief People Officer, or CHRO, Zavmo will support your journey every step of the way.
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Salary Insight & Role Impact
Salaries typically range between £70,000 and £90,000, with senior leaders in larger organisations earning £100,000 and above.
You will take charge of culture and people experience, aligning HR strategy with business priorities to create an inspiring workplace.
Quick Compatibility Check – Does this sound like you?
You love creating environments where employees feel valued and engaged
You are passionate about diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives
You are confident working with executives on culture and strategy
You believe culture and people are central to organisational success
Skills Gap Analysis
Essential Skills
Culture and engagement leadership
Diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy
Wellbeing programme design
HR leadership and workforce planning
Change management and transformation
Communication and influence at executive level
Performance and talent management
Policy development and compliance
Suggested Learning Pathway – The Zavmo 4D Process
At Zavmo, we guide professionals through our proven 4D Learning Transformation Framework:
Discover
Uncover your strengths in culture, people leadership, and strategy.
Discuss
Create a clear roadmap to enhance your impact on engagement and retention.
Deliver
Practise real-world culture and change scenarios in Zavmo’s immersive learning space.
Demonstrate
Step into your role ready to build inclusive, high-performing workplaces.
A Typical Day
8:30 AM
Review engagement and retention reports
Meet with executives to align people strategy with business goals
Host workshops on wellbeing or diversity initiatives
Lead projects to improve workplace culture and employee experience
Your Career Journey
Senior Level
Head of People
(£70,000 to £90,000)
Executive Level
HR Director
(£95,000 to £110,000)
C-Suite
Chief People Officer or CHRO
(£120,000+)
Progression Tips
Lead high-profile culture transformation initiatives
Strengthen executive presence and commercial acumen
Build expertise in diversity, wellbeing, and talent strategy
Testimonials
“Zavmo gave me the confidence to lead culture transformation projects that truly made our workplace thrive."
Emma S
Head of People, Tech Sector
Your Questions Answered
Yes — strong HR background with proven leadership in engagement or culture is essential.
Every industry, especially those focused on talent retention and culture.
Primarily strategy, with a strong focus on culture and employee experience.
We provide tailored learning to help you lead with heart and strategy.