Interim Director of People Strategy and Organisational Design

Interim Director of People Strategy and Organisational Design

Interim Director of People Strategy and Organisational Design

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--Principal Researcher at LHH Recruitment Solutions, formerly Badenoch & Clark & Global Win4Youth Ambassador for the Adecco Group

Interim Director of People Strategy and Organisational Design (18 MONTH FTC)

Creative Scotland

LOCATION – EDINBURGH WITH HYBRID WORKING

Creative Scotland is the public body that supports the arts, screen and creative industries across all parts of Scotland on behalf of everyone who lives, works or visits here. This is an exciting time to join our senior leadership team.

We’re seeking an experienced, senior HR practitioner who can support the organisation as it responds to the outcomes of an organisational review; it’s time to revisit our operating model to ensure it will continue to deliver our vision, purpose and strategy.

In this role you will work with the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and other colleagues to develop and deliver workforce plans and effective people management practices which will support the delivery of the organisation’s strategic priorities. You will also be responsible for the strategic overview and leadership of our HR, people strategy and organisational design team and activity.

You will be a skilled strategic leader who understands organisational design, can work with complexity and knows the importance of structure and culture in delivering the organisation’s priorities. Experience in development and leadership of target operating models is essential.

This is a role where you will have genuine impact and lead the planning, change and future shape of the organisation. If this type of change role excites you and you are enthused by what we do, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a covering letter (no longer than two pages), outlining your relevant skills and experience for the role, by midnight on Sunday 7 September 2025.

For a confidential, informal discussion about the role or to request a Candidate Information Pack please contact Fizza Islam, LHH at +44 (0) or email

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

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  Contract

Job function

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  Human Resources

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