Chief People Officer

Lead People. Shape Policy. Drive Public Service Excellence. We are looking for an exceptional HR leader to shape the future of the Isle of Man public service. The Isle of Man Government is seeking a Chief People Officer to lead our Office of Human Resources (OHR) and drive a modern, people‑centred, data‑driven approach to workforce leadership across Departments, Boards and Offices. This is a pivotal role at the heart of government – you will be the principal HR adviser to Chief Officers, the Public Services Commission and Ministers. Through delivery of our People Strategy, you will help deliver a public service where people thrive, performance is strong and the culture is positive, inclusive and customer‑focused. You will champion innovation, modern working practices, strong employee relations and the effective use of HR data and AI‑enabled services. This is a rare opportunity to influence public service strategy at scale, lead a talented HR team and ensure the Isle of Man Government remains a place where people want to work and can thrive. If you are a strategic, collaborative and forward‑thinking HR Senior leader with the credibility to operate at the highest levels, we would love to hear from you. Shape the Future of Public Service on the Isle of Man The Isle of Man Government is committed to strengthening our public service, modernising how we work and ensuring our people have the support, skills and environment they need to deliver trusted, high‑quality services. At the centre of this transformation is our people - and that’s where you come in. As Chief People Officer, you will have a unique platform to influence the future of the entire public service. You will lead an HR function that supports thousands of employees across diverse professions, from healthcare and education to infrastructure, finance and emergency services. Few roles offer this breadth of impact, strategic reach or ability to shape culture on a national scale. You will join a government that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. We are evolving our HR services, strengthening our use of data-driven insight and exploring the potential of AI‑enabled tools to enhance the employee experience. You will play a central role in driving this evolution. Working directly with Chief Officers, the Chief Executive Officer, the Public Services Commission and Ministers, your leadership and expertise will help shape policy, guide strategic decisions and ensure our People Strategy delivers meaningful and lasting change. A workplace that invests in you ✔ A competitive salary. ✔ A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays. ✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. ✔ Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors. ✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues. ✔ If required, a relocation package of up to £10,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment. Ready to apply? If you have any questions about the role, please contact Megan Mathias, Chief Operating Officer at Megan.Mathias@gov.im. To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.