HR, People and Diversity Recruitment
HR professionals play a vital role in shaping organisational culture, fostering diversity, and driving employee engagement. Our specialised recruitment consultants excel in connecting you with experts in human resources, diversity and inclusion, talent management, and organisational development.
People Strategy With Purpose
In values-led organisations, HR leaders do more than manage teams. They shape cultures that drive social change. They understand that when purpose-driven professionals feel supported, recognised, and aligned with their organisation’s mission, the result is deeper engagement, stronger performance, and greater community impact.
Recruiting for HR, People, Culture, and DEI roles in the not-for-profit sector requires a distinct approach. It’s not just about technical capability, it’s about finding individuals who can balance compassion with commercial acumen, and who know how to embed purpose into every aspect of people strategy. These leaders create environments where values are lived, not just stated, and where people thrive because they believe in the work they do.
Our Expertise
At Prospectus, we’ve spent nearly 70 years helping purpose-led organisations build people functions that amplify their impact. We recruit across the full HR spectrum, from strategic leadership roles like Chief People Officers and DEI Directors, to specialists in L&D, employee engagement, workforce planning, and more.
Our candidates bring more than expertise. They understand the unique motivations of professionals in charities, education, membership bodies, and public services, and they know how to build inclusive, high-performing cultures that reflect those values. Whether you’re launching a new people function, transforming an existing team, or seeking leadership that can drive change, we’ll work in partnership with you to find professionals who combine mission alignment with operational excellence.
Recent Track Record
Team
Catherine Bunting
Associate Director – Charity Core
George Cook
Recruitment Consultant
Shannon Sanderson
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Steven Fraser
Principal Consultant
Case Studies
The Trussell Trust
Director of People
Right to Succeed
HR Manager
Cochrane
Senior HR Advisor
Shelter
Assistant Director People – Change, OD and Engagement
Blog
Creating Change by Connecting People with Purpose: Our 2026 B Corp Results
Creators, Partnerships & Letting Go: Reflections from Our 2026 Fundraising Breakfast
A Practical Introduction to Trusteeship
Career Transitions, Confidence and the Truth About Recruitment
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