HR Business Partner

Kuehne + Nagel; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics provider in Birmingham is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner. You will play a vital role in aligning HR strategies with business goals, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting stakeholders nationally. The ideal candidate has a strong background in HR best practices and employee relations, along with exceptional communication skills. This hybrid role offers flexibility with a combination of home and office work. A driving license is required for supporting various locations.

Benefits

Pension plan

Volunteering Days

Company Car

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Ability to align HR strategies in large matrixed organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws.
• Experience in coaching managers on employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of the local people plan.
• Partner with business leaders to provide HR guidance.
• Implement HR strategies that align with business objectives.
• Drive organizational change and manage change initiatives.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights and recommendations.

Skills

HR best practices

Employee relations

Stakeholder influencing

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

CIPD qualification

Job description

Overview

Kühne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG

Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments? If so, this role could be perfect for you! Join us as a HR Business Partner and make a real impact by shaping our workforce and leading key initiatives to elevate our organization. As our HR Business Partner, you will act as a strategic partner to our Contract Logistics business unit, playing a critical role in aligning our HR strategies with Business Unit goals to make a real impact. In this pivotal role, you’ll act as a trusted partner to stakeholders to help shape strategic initiatives, drive organizational effectiveness, and enhance employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of HR with the development and implementation of the local people plan.
• Partner with business leaders to understand organisational goals and challenges, providing HR guidance and insights.
• Implement HR strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring effective talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development.
• Collaborate with HR teams to design and deliver comprehensive HR programs and initiatives, fostering employee engagement and enhancing the employee experience.
• Support workforce planning and talent management activities, to identify skill gaps and develop succession plans to support organisational growth.
• Train, coach, support and provide expertise and guidance to stakeholders on the application of HR policies and procedures, employment legislation and best practices in line with current legislation.
• Act as a change agent, driving organisational change, and effectively managing change initiatives to optimise employee productivity and acceptance.
• Analyse HR data and metrics to generate insights, providing data-driven recommendations to improve HR processes and support decision-making at all levels.

What we would like you to bring

• Ideally degree-level education or equivalent experience, along with a CIPD qualification.
• Desired demonstrable ability to align HR strategies in large matrixed organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Must have extensive experience in employee relations and the ability to coach managers to effectively handle related issues.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, stakeholder and influencing skills at all levels.

This is a national role requiring a driving license, as you’ll support stakeholders across the Midlands/Warwickshire/Oxfordshire areas. The role is hybrid, allowing you to plan your own diary and enjoy a mix of working from home and office locations.

SECURITY VETTING REQUIRED: This position requires enhanced security clearance checks and by applying for this role you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identify validation.

What\'s in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne + Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing center. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance program providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life. As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognize the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organization. 2 Volunteering Days: Take time off to support your favorite causes. Company Car: Enjoy a hassle-free commute with a company car.