HR Business Partner

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Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing and distribution is seeking an HR Business Partner to support employees and leaders across the South West. This role involves driving HR initiatives, advising on employee relations, and promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience and a CIPD qualification, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with flexible working options.

Benefits

Generous employer contribution pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Company share incentive scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor.
• Excellent understanding of HR best practices and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support and guidance to Managers.
• Drive HR initiatives including talent management and employee engagement.
• Advise on employee relations issues.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

As the HR Business Partner, you will be at the forefront of supporting employees and leaders, helping to shape the people agenda in alignment with the business goals. The role involves regular travel across the South West area at least 2-3 days per week.

Our client is a leader in their industry, covering manufacturing and distribution, across the UK and Europe.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Managers to provide HR support and guidance.
• Drive key HR initiatives, including talent management, employee development, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Advise on organisational design and change management.
• Support and advise on employee relations issues, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant practices.
• Partner with the wider HR team to implement company-wide HR initiatives.
• Promote a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion.
• Contribute to the development and execution of HR strategies that align with overall business objectives.

Profile

The right HR Business Partner will have:

• Proven experience as a HR Business Partner, or be an experienced Senior HR Advisor keen to progress.
• Excellent understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and effective people management.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Ideally be from a background in manufacturing, distribution/logistics or similar.
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience is highly desirable.

Job Offer

• Salary c 45k - 50k (dependent on experience) Car/Car Allowance
• Highly competitive benefits package including generous employer contribution pension scheme, option to purchase annual leave, private medical insurance and a company share incentive scheme.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
• Flexible working options available.

This is a field based role, so candidates will need to travel to sites across the South of the UK - 2/3 days a week.