Group Head of People - Ruby Energy : Job Details

Due to recent internal movements and well-deserved promotions within our People Team, we are now seeking a talented and visionary Group Head of People to step into a high-impact, strategic role at the heart of our organisation.

Are you a forward-thinking HR leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings both strategic vision and hands-on leadership? Do you want to be part of a business where your ideas, influence, and people-first mindset will shape culture, drive performance, and make a real difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Working closely with our Group Director of People, you’ll play a key role in embedding a progressive and inclusive culture across our group of companies. This isn’t just a senior HR position—it’s your opportunity to lead from the front, align people strategies with business growth, and ensure our people remain at the centre of everything we do.

Please note this role in not a remote role or Hybrid but full time in the office

Benefits:

• Working hours - Monday to Friday
• Buy & Sell Annual Leave Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to Employee Health Scheme
• Career development
• Employee Recognition Incentives
• Company events
• Monthly dress down days
• Tea & coffee facilities & On-site Canteen
• Local discounts / benefits.

Main Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, coach, and empower the HR team to deliver outstanding service.
• Develop and implement innovative HR strategies aligned to business goals.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee core HR functions: Employee Relations, Engagement, Admin, Reward, and HR systems.
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and team capability.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Promote a positive, inclusive culture where people thrive.
• Advise and guideline managers through complex ER cases and leadership development.

Compliance & Policy

• Ensure full compliance with employment law and HR best practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of people policies across the group.

Reward & Recognition

• Manage payroll data and support a compelling benefit and reward strategy.

Performance & Change

• Champion performance culture, talent development, and organisational change.
• Use data and KPIs to inform strategy and improve outcomes.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Ensure D&I is central to everything we do—aligning with our values and business vision

Qualifications and Requirements:

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR qualification.
• Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR strategy, and operational excellence.
• Inspirational leadership and strong people management skills.
• Analytical mindset with proven experience using HR metrics and KPIs.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Exceptional interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and modern HR systems.

Competencies

• Strategic Leadership - Aligns people strategy with business goals; leads with vision and purpose.
• Influence & Communication - Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively across all levels.
• Change & Transformation - Leads organisational change with confidence and clarity.
• Commercial Acumen - Balances people priorities with business needs and financial insight.
• Data-Driven Decision Making - Uses HR analytics and insights to inform strategies and improve outcomes.
• Employee-Centric Mindset - Promotes engagement, inclusion, and a positive workplace culture.
• Collaboration & Team Development - Coaches, mentors, and develops HR and operational leaders.

Who are we?

At Ruby Energy, we are more than just energy suppliers; we are champions of your progress, specifically tailored to empower SMEs. Our foundation is built on providing bespoke energy solutions that blend innovation with adaptability, ensuring that your business’s unique energy needs are met with precision.

Our Journey

Launched in 2002, we’re experts in commercial utilities and we know what it takes to deliver high levels of customer service. With our Head Office in Fleetwood, Lancashire, and offices in Manchester, we are positioned to serve businesses across the UK with dedication and excellence.

The Ruby Way

Ruby’s values are at the heart of everything we do:

Collaborative: We ensure your voice is heard. We listen to our customers and strive to deliver strong, responsive customer service.

Human: We give a personal touch and support to our customers and each other, treating everyone with respect and understanding

Committed: We use innovative solutions to improve our services and always stick to our word.

We pride ourselves on delivering consistently high levels of customer service and innovative products to organisations across all industries. Our vision is to become the best independent commercial energy supplier in the country. We aim to provide contracts that are straightforward, competitive, and most importantly, tailored to your business needs.

Investing in the Ruby Community

We are committed to fairness, transparency, honesty, and professionalism. By heavily investing in our people, processes, and systems, we continuously improve our customer engagement and service offerings.

Why Join Us?

This is a career-defining role with the scope to shape the people strategy of an entire organisation. You’ll have the autonomy to lead real change, backed by a supportive leadership team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference across all levels of the business.