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Location: Hull (with travel across East Yorkshire sites)Salary: Competitive Reporting to: Managing DirectorContract: Full-time, PermanentAbout the RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Head of People & Culture to join East Yorkshire Buses as the sole HR professional within the business. This is a pivotal role, partnering closely with Group HR and the Senior Leadership Team to deliver strategic and operational HR initiatives across multiple sites and a predominantly lone-worker workforce.You’ll lead the full employee lifecycle, champion engagement and wellbeing, and ensure compliance with employment law and group standards. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a standalone role and wants to make a real impact on culture and people practices.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary HR lead for East Yorkshire Buses, representing HR at Senior Leadership Team level.Partner with managers to provide expert HR guidance and coaching.Develop and deliver recruitment strategies and workforce planning.Design engagement initiatives for remote and lone-working staff.Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and wellbeing programs.Build strong relationships with trade unions and lead collective bargaining.Drive adoption of HR technology and digital processes.Ensure compliance with employment law and company policies.Oversee training and development programs, including apprenticeships.What We’re Looking ForEssential:MCIPD or equivalent HR qualificationExperience working with unionised workforcesProficiency in HRIS and people analyticsDesirable:Senior-level HR experience in a multi-site operationExperience in standalone HR rolesDesigning engagement initiatives for remote workersHRIS implementation experience (e.g., Workday)Personal AttributesAbility to work autonomously and drive continuous improvementPassion for creating a people-centric cultureHigh emotional intelligence and discretionThrives in fast-paced, changing environmentsWhy Join Us?You’ll have the autonomy to shape HR practices locally while benefiting from support from Group Centres of Excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence culture and engagement in a dynamic, operational environment.Interested? Apply now and help us drive a positive workplace culture across East Yorkshire Buses.