Director of People

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Director of People providing leadership to HR functions and shaping people strategy at the University of Edinburgh. Driving transformation and championing inclusive culture for a leading research university.

Posted 7/3/2026full-time🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and deliver the University’s people strategy
Provide leadership to HR functions
Drive organizational transformation
Champion an inclusive culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Visionary leadership in HR
Strategic foresight and operational credibility
Experience leading change at scale
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and safety requirements
No criminal record check required
Long-term leadership role

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