People & Culture Manager

Written By James Richards

Shape the Culture Behind a Market Leading Organisation

Role: People & Culture Manager
Location: Maidenhead
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits including Pension + Healthcare

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (Hybrid role with remote working available 1-2 days per week)

About the Opportunity

We are working with a highly respected, independent organisation operating across a number of professional services sectors within the UK.

With an incredible backstory and heritage, this organisation plays a vital role in upholding standards that protect homes, businesses, and communities across the UK and Ireland. It is trusted by regulators, emergency services, and leading industry bodies as a benchmark for quality and integrity.

As they continue to evolve and modernise their operations, they are now seeking a People & Culture Manager to help shape the next stage of their journey.

Why This Role is Different

This is not a typical HR role.

You will be joining a purpose-led, standards-driven organisation where culture, integrity, and professionalism are fundamental to everything they do.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership and shape the strategy of the people agenda in a business where:

  • Trust, credibility, and quality are non-negotiable

  • You will have real influence at leadership level

  • The organisation has a strong legacy but is focused on modernisation and continuous improvement

  • Your work will directly support both organisational performance and long-term impact

The Role

You will take a leading role in shaping and delivering the people strategy, including:

  • Developing and embedding a modern, engaging People & Culture approach

  • Partnering with senior leaders to drive organisational development and performance

  • Leading on employee engagement, retention, and culture improvement initiatives

  • Overseeing core HR operations, ensuring compliance and best practice

  • Supporting leadership development and capability building across the organisation

  • Driving continuous improvement in people processes and employee experience

About You

We are looking for someone who combines strong HR leadership capability with a genuine passion for culture and organisational development.

You will likely bring:

  • Experience in a People Partner / HR Manager / HR Lead / People & Culture role

  • Confidence working with senior leadership teams

  • Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice

  • A track record of improving engagement, culture, and organisational effectiveness

  • A proactive, hands-on approach in a smaller or mid-sized organisation

  • A values-driven mindset with high integrity and professionalism

What’s on Offer

  • A highly respected, stable and purpose-led organisation

  • Genuine scope to shape and influence the people agenda

  • Senior visibility and direct impact on organisational direction

  • Collaborative, professional environment with strong values

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Long-term career stability with meaningful work

Interested?

If you’re looking for a People & Culture role where you can truly shape direction — not just manage process — we’d welcome a confidential conversation today.

ABOUT US

This role is being handled by Venture Recruitment, a specialist retail & trade recruitment consultancy covering the whole of the UK.

Working in partnership with Venture Recruitment will mean working with experienced sector specialists committed to ensuring a first class service. We work with some of the UK’s biggest and most progressive retailers. Please call us to find out how we can support you with your next career move.

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