Chief People & Culture Officer.
Published on: 7 May 2025
Key Details
| Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Industry | Utilities |
| Location | Belfast, United Kingdom |
Description
4C Executive Placement is representing one of Northern Ireland’s leading employers, NIE Networks in the appointment of a Chief People and Culture Officer.
NIE Networks is the owner of the electricity and distribution network in the region, providing critical infrastructure to 920,000 homes, farms and businesses all across Northern Ireland. The organisation has over 1,700 staff across a range of disciplines and expertise and have developed award winning programmes for apprentices and graduates. NIE Networks has evolved into a people centric, values-based organisation, where staff are encouraged and empowered to be the best they can.
Reporting to the Managing Director and as a key member of the executive leadership team, the Chief People and Culture Officer will lead and support the organisation’s continued evolution, providing strategic leadership across human resources, safety, health & wellbeing, people and capability, training and development, reward and recognition, organisational culture and stakeholder engagement.
As the organisation looks to the future it is seeking to appoint a talented HR leader with the credibility and skills to lead with passion in a dynamic and evolving organisation. The role requires a strategic and commercial minded individual with the ability to communicate both internally and externally with clarity, honesty and impact.
In addition, the successful candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Evidence of developing and rolling out forward-thinking HR strategies in relation to organisational development and L&D, coupled with shaping a culture which delivers enhanced organisational performance.
- Experience of leading a high performing team and organisation through change.
- Strong understanding of relevant employment, policies and regulations within Northern Ireland.
- Qualified to CIPD Chartered or Fellow level, and/or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration or a related field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the executive team of a prestigious and forward-thinking organisation, with the chance to shape culture, drive transformation, and make a meaningful impact across Northern Ireland.
If you would like to find out more or to discuss in confidence, please contact Claire Reid or submit your CV below.