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Join us in leading a large local authority workforce

Based in Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire.

We seek an exceptional Director of People Services to shape a modern, inclusive and high performing organisation across one of the country’s largest unitary councils.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will drive our People Strategy, lead organisational change and workforce transformation to provide excellent services to our communities.

With more than 9,500 employees working across a stunning geographical area from coastal areas and countryside to busy market towns, the East Riding faces complex workforce challenges due to financial constraints, recruitment and retention pressures and increased demand for specialist skills.  We need a HR leader who can help us modernise how we work and harness digital innovation.

This role is ideal for an experienced, forward-thinking professional with a strong track record in large, complex environments. You will bring strategic leadership, ambition for continuous improvement and experience of effective governance with pace.

If you have the ambition and insight to shape our future workforce and council, we welcome your application.

Closing Date: Sunday 19 April 2026

For more information please contact Tim Farr (Tim.Farr@starfishsearch.com / 07756 293 292) or visit https://www.eastridingcouncil.jobs/jobs-and-careers/featured-jobs/director-of-people-services/ or  https://starfishsearch.com/jobs/dir-people-services-ery/

Company: East Riding of Yorkshire Council

Salary: £103,150 - £112,589 (Director Band 1-3)

Location: Based in Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire., East Riding of Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Human Resources & Recruitment

Job Role: Director