Lead the evolution of a people-focused studio by joining as Head of People, working directly with founders and senior leadership to guide organisational growth. With a team of approximately 100 people operating remotely and from Brighton, this role is central to strengthening leadership capability, refining organisational design, and ensuring the people function directly supports studio performance.
Strategic Leadership & Organisational Development
In this role, you will shape and execute the studio’s people strategy, focusing on alignment, communication, and cultural resilience. You’ll work hand-in-hand with senior leaders to identify and address challenges related to scaling, helping the organisation adapt with clarity and purpose. This is not an administrative HR role—it’s a strategic position focused on long-term effectiveness and leadership development.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with founders and executives to define and advance people strategy
- Strengthen leadership skills across the organisation
- Improve team effectiveness and organisational structure
- Drive initiatives that reinforce culture and cross-team alignment
- Build a robust, forward-thinking people function
- Support healthy communication practices in a distributed environment
What You Bring
- Proven experience in organisations transitioning from 50 to 200 people
- Deep understanding of scaling challenges in leadership and structure
- Ability to engage candidly and constructively with senior leaders
- Strong strategic insight paired with practical judgment
- Alignment with core values: humility, kindness, resilience, and continuous growth
- Experience advising through periods of change and transformation
Environment & Expectations
The studio operates with a commitment to collaboration, accountability, and ethical decision-making. You’ll be expected to model these principles—doing the right thing, and doing it with care. The role supports a hybrid model, with flexibility to work remotely or from Brighton, UK.
