Chief People Officer – Growth, Well-being, Culture – 19153 Ref: 19153

We need an awesome Chief People Officer to fuel our people-powered journey to the stars! If you’re passionate about creating a workplace where talent thrives, culture shines, and everyone feels amazing, then buckle up—we’re about to take off. This isn’t your typical HR gig; this is your chance to build a people-first organisation that’s out of this world.

As Chief People Officer, you will be responsible for building and executing a strategic people plan that aligns with UP3’s business goals and growth trajectory. You’ll champion our culture, nurture an inclusive environment, and drive the attraction, development, and retention of top talent. Your focus will be on employee well-being, engagement, and creating an experience that brings out the best in our people.

Where you’ll shine:

1. People Growth Strategy: Shape and execute a people growth strategy that supports UP3’s scale-up journey. Partner with leadership to ensure the people agenda is aligned with business objectives, enabling continued & sustainable growth.
2. Talent Attraction, Development & Retention: Develop innovative approaches to attract, nurture, and retain top talent, ensuring that we remain competitive in a fast-changing market. Build clear career progression paths and invest in employee development initiatives to enable personal and professional growth.
3. Culture, Values & Ethics: Act as the guardian of UP3’s culture, ensuring that it reflects our values and ethics. Build a strong sense of community, foster trust and collaboration, and ensure the workplace is inspiring, fun, and productive.
4. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Lead diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure UP3 is a truly equitable environment. Develop strategies to attract a diverse talent pool and promote inclusivity across all levels of the organisation.
5. Well-Being & Engagement: Create an environment where employees feel valued, engaged, and supported. Design and implement initiatives that enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being and boost employee engagement across the business.
6. Employee Experience: Build a world-class employee experience that makes UP3 a sought-after place to work. Listen to employee feedback, act on insights, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Your Expertise:

1. Proven Experience: You’ve worked in a fast-scaling business, supporting growth from £10 million to £50 million turnover.
2. People Leadership: Strong experience in creating and executing people strategies with a focus on growth, talent development, and culture.
3. Cultural Champion: A true advocate for diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being. You understand how to build a culture where people feel valued, included, and empowered to succeed.
4. Growth Mindset: You’re adaptable, forward-thinking, and driven to innovate. You thrive in dynamic environments and are excited by the challenge of scaling a business.
5. Leadership Development: A track record of developing and mentoring leaders, ensuring that leadership is aligned with company values and business strategy.

As well as a competitive salary and hybrid working, we offer a wide range of progressive benefits you’ll love:

• Base salary c£125,000 DOE
• Vitality health insurance, GP & Bupa dental care
• Life Insurance
• £250 work from home set-up allowance
• 4% employee pension
• 25 days holiday (more with tenure)
• Progressive parental leave policies
• Comprehensive training and development
• The Ministry – The coolest offices in London (3 days in the office)
• Onsite-Gym

Ready to Embark on This Epic Adventure? Ready to be Happy? We can’t wait to hear from you. Love UP3.