HR Business Partner

EMEAA Talent Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational dairy manufacturer based in London is seeking a highly skilled Human Resources Business Partner. This pivotal role requires over 7 years of experience in FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing. The HRBP will design and execute a comprehensive people strategy, oversee talent management processes, and lead employee engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, excellent interpersonal skills, and a bachelor's degree in HR or a related field. Interested candidates should send their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years HR experience in a regional or multi-site role, preferably within FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing.
• Proven experience in implementing HR strategies that contribute to business success.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of the FMCG industry.
• Experience with HR metrics and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a regional people strategy that enhances organisational performance.
• Oversee full talent management lifecycle including recruitment and development.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives to foster morale and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and develop HR policies.
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics to inform regional strategies.

Skills

Business acumen

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Conflict-resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Tools

HR metrics systems

HRIS systems

Job description

Location: London, UK
Company: Multinational Dairy Manufacturer
Employment Type: Full-time,Permanent

Job Overview:

Weare partnering with a leading Dairy Manufacturing business in search of a highly skilled Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP). Based in London, this is a pivotal role for an HR leader with over 7 years of experience in the FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing sectors. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy across the region that aligns with global business goals, while fostering a strong company culture.

As a key member of the regional leadership team, you will champion people and culture, driving performance through effective people management, leadership development, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute a regional people strategy that aligns with both regional and global business objectives, enhancing organisational performance.
• Ensure that the people agenda facilitates the company's growth while reflecting local market needs.
• Leadership & Strategic Contribution:
  • Serve as a strategic partner to the regional leadership team, contributing to the overall business strategy and decision-making processes.
  • Drive the company's culture across the region, ensuring it reflects the company's core values and fosters a high-performance environment.
• Talent Management:
  • Oversee the full talent management lifecycle within the region, including workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and development.
  • Implement initiatives that attract, retain, and develop top talent, aligning with the global talent strategy.
  • Drive leadership development initiatives to build a robust pipeline of future leaders.
• Employee Engagement & Culture:
  • Lead regional employee engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with global efforts to foster high morale and productivity.
  • Facilitate cultural change initiatives, embedding company values consistently across all locations within the region.
• Organisational Development & Change Management:
  • Identify regional organisational development needs and implement tailored solutions that support business growth.
  • Lead change management processes within the region, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
• HR Operations & Compliance:
  • Oversee HR operations within the region, including payroll, benefits, and compliance with local employment laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement regional HR policies and procedures in line with global standards, ensuring a fair and equitable work environment.
• Manage competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain talent within the region.
• Conduct benchmarking to ensure that compensation and benefits packages remain competitive in the market.
• Performance Management:
  • Oversee the regional performance management and reward processes to drive a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I):
  • Lead regional DE&I initiatives, promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace in line with global DE&I strategies.
  • Implement programs to address equity and remove barriers to inclusion, while monitoring and reporting on progress through regional DE&I metrics.
• HR Metrics & Reporting:
  • Monitor and report on key HR metrics to the global HR team, providing insights that inform regional and global people strategies.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 7+ years HR experience in a regional or multi-site role, preferably within FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing.
  • Proven experience in implementing HR strategies that contribute to business success.
• Skills:
  • Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of the FMCG industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proven ability to partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, providing strategic HR guidance.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to manage complex issues.
• Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • CIPD qualification or equivalent is preferred.
• Other Requirements:
  • Experience with HR metrics and HRIS systems.
  • High ethical standards and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
  • Willingness to travel within the region as required.

If you are an exceptional HR leader with a passion for driving people and culture strategies in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to [e-mail]