Culture & People Business Partner - Commercial Functions

Thornton & Ross; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Culture & People Business Partner to align people strategy with business goals. This full-time role demands at least 5 years of HR experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a CIPD Level 7 qualification. Key responsibilities include employee relations, talent acquisition, and fostering an inclusive culture. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Annual bonus scheme

Health benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Proven track record of at least 5 years in a generalist HR role supporting senior leadership.
• Ability to engage and influence various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implement and refine the Culture & People Plan to align with business objectives.
• Advise in business meetings on HR challenges and employee relations.
• Support talent acquisition and management processes.
• Manage training and development needs aligned with business goals.
• Drive performance management and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Conflict resolution and mediation

Organizational and project management

Critical thinking under pressure

Education

CIPD Level 7 in HR Management

Job description

Overview

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Culture & People team as follows;

Role: STADA UK Thornton & Ross Commercial Culture & People Business Partner

Location / Type: Huddersfield | U.K. | Full-time | Permanent

We are currently in search of a dedicated Commercial Culture & People Business Partner who will be pivotal in intertwining our people strategy with our demanding business objectives. This role demands not just an HR expert but a strategic partner who can collaborate with senior management to cultivate a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performance culture.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Strategy Execution and Cultural Advocacy: Implement and refine the Culture & People Plan, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Promote and embed our core values across all layers of the organization, coaching others to create an inclusive, safe, and empowering work environment.
• Business Partnering and Employee Relations: Serve as a proactive advisor in senior leadership and business meetings, addressing HR challenges, improving employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Facilitate a supportive atmosphere where employee issues are promptly and efficiently resolved.
• Talent Acquisition and Management: Enhance organizational structures by strategically resourcing talent, emphasizing diversity and effective onboarding processes.
• Learning and Development: Collaborate with line managers to identify and address training and development needs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Manage talent development plans and succession planning to prepare for future leadership needs.
• Performance Management and Engagement: Drive a culture of high performance by setting clear objectives, regular reviews, and constructive feedback. Develop and implement recognition strategies to engage and retain top talent, promoting overall wellbeing and continuous engagement.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven track record of at least 5 years in a generalist HR role, directly supporting senior leadership within a sales / marketing organisation.
• CIPD Level 7 in HR Management or a related degree.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence various stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation skills, and an aptitude for critical thinking under pressure
• Robust organizational and project management skills, adept at multitasking and prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines
• A champion of ethics who promotes integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism consistently.

How we care for you

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return :

• 💸 Competitive salary, car allowance and annual bonus scheme.
• 🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 8% employer contribution rates.
• ⌚ Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.
• 🌴 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
• 🥗 On-site subsidised canteen.
• 🏥 Health benefits provided through our Vitality Private Medical Insurance.
• 💉 Free winter flu jab.
• 🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.
• ⚡ Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging.
• 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme.
• 👪 Enhanced Family Leave.
• 🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.