People Partner

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated People Partner for a 12-month fixed-term role within the NHS in Exeter. This pivotal position involves managing change initiatives while ensuring effective communication and employee engagement. You will guide teams through transitions, providing essential HR support and advice, while fostering a positive environment for staff. With a focus on empathy and understanding, you will work closely with leadership to align change processes with organizational goals. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and generous annual leave, making it a fantastic opportunity for HR professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Significant experience in general HR management.
• In-depth employee relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement change initiatives with effective communication.
• Provide employee relations advice during change processes.
• Support leaders through change management.

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

Change Management

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

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Your new company
Working for the NHS in a 12 month fixed term until March 2026 - People Partner role in Exeter.
The role is an band 7 and starts at £46,148.
Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week. (some of these days can be worked from home depending on diary and team need)

Your new role

* Work within change policies, ensuring effective communication, and people engagement to effectively implement change initiatives.
* Execute change management process in line with the Management of Organisational Change policy ensuring effective communication and engagement.
* Provide sound employee relations advice on matters relating to the change process, and in line with change practices and applicable pay protection terms e.g. relevant pay protection, travel, and location changes etc as appropriate.
* Implement smooth change process for people impacted by change.
* Managing people-related impacts through the implementation process of the project to support people to work through any concerns using empathy and showing understanding.
* Active listening to understand concerns, gather insights, and involve employees in the change process.
* Guiding People Partners supporting the various counties supporting one to one meetings, supporting and coaching the managers and leaders through this process.
* Developing supporting documentation in line with a people focused approach.
* Work with leadership coaches to support leaders/managers through change.
* Liaise with other people directorate services to ensure vacancies are filled in accordance with the project timelines, payroll changes are implemented effectively and support and relevant process and activities relating to change (e.g. assessment centres and interviews).
* Work closely with the operational leads and wider directorates involved in the change programme to see and understand the big picture and create a change plan that aligns with the Trusts goals and cultural principles.
* Demonstrate and communicate to people impacted by the change, why the change makes sense for the Trust and how its benefits enhance the employee experiences. Articulate the reasons for change, the impact of the change and its benefits to the organisation, and the steps involved in a way that resonates with the people impacted and stakeholders.

What you'll need to succeed

* Grad CIPD or substantial evidence of continuing professional and personal development equivalent to this level.
* Significant in-depth experience in general HR management or equivalent.
* Significant employee relations experience or equivalent.

What you'll get in return
Good salary
Hybrid working
35 days annual leave
NHS pension scheme

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