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VP of Talent / Head of Talent & Organisational DevelopmentLocation: UK | RemoteLevel: ExecutiveWe are partnering with a high-growth, product-led SaaS organisation entering its next stage of scale and organisational maturity. After a period of rapid growth, the business is now investing deeply in retention, leadership quality, and long-term performance.This is not a traditional HR role.It is a strategic talent and organisational effectiveness leadership role with real influence.The roleYou will lead the evolution of the People & Talent function, shaping how individuals, teams, and leaders grow inside the organisation.The focus is on performance, behaviour, development, and culture at scale — ensuring the company grows without losing engagement, clarity, or psychological safety.You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business and act as a thought partner on people, performance, and organisational design. Critical requirement: Organisational PsychologyExperience in organisational psychology is essential for this role.This position requires a deep understanding of:• Human behaviour in organisations• Motivation, performance, and engagement• Team dynamics, leadership impact, and system designThis is a core capability, not an academic “nice to have”.What you’ll do• Build and scale a company-wide talent strategy with clear progression paths and leadership pipelines• Design and deliver development programmes grounded in organisational psychology and behavioural science• Embed effective performance management, feedback, and succession planning into daily ways of working• Partner with senior leaders to identify, develop, and retain high-potential talent• Strengthen leadership capability through coaching, frameworks, and evidence-based development• Shape organisational culture during rapid growth, balancing pace with sustainability• Use data, diagnostics, and insight to assess impact and continuously refine approaches• Collaborate closely with HR to ensure a consistent, high-quality employee experienceWhat we’re looking for• Senior experience in Talent, Organisational Development, Learning, or People Strategy within a scaling SaaS or tech environment• Proven applied experience in organisational psychology (qualification or strong practical background)• Strong grasp of behavioural drivers of performance and engagement• Experience building and scaling leadership and talent frameworks• Ability to influence senior stakeholders with confidence and credibility• Structured, evidence-based thinker with commercial awareness• Passion for building environments where people perform and grow long termWhy this role stands out• Strategic ownership of how talent and leadership evolve at scale• A rare opportunity to apply organisational psychology in a real business context• High level of influence without being boxed into traditional HR structures• Focus on long-term performance, not short-term fixes