HR Business Partner

Culina Group; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as an HR Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide essential HR support to managers and stakeholders, manage employee relations, and help implement HR strategies across the business. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to build trust and respect within teams. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays

Private Medical Cover via Bupa

Generous pension scheme

Life Assurance: 4x annual salary

Wellness support 24/7

Eye Care Vouchers

Employee of the Month/Year awards

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience advising on HR matters like grievance and performance management.
• Ability to manage cultures and implement change proactively.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day generalist role, partnering with managers and stakeholders.
• Managing employee relations issues and supporting the delivery of HR strategy.

Skills

Problem-solving

Trust building

Proactive attitude

Education

CIPD Qualified

Job description

Company Description

We are a market leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehouse and distribution alongside food manufacturing, co-packing, and bonded divisions. We work in partnership with some of the biggest household names in the food and drink sector.

With over 20 million square feet of warehousing spread across 100+ depots, we employ in excess of 22,000 people to ensure that our 2.2 million deliveries reach the correct location. Our extensive network enables us to provide comprehensive supply chain management services covering the whole of the UK and Ireland.

Job Description

Joining Culina Group on a 12 Month, Fixed Term Contract, as a HR Business Partner, you will play a key role in your allocated business area, offering advice and support to colleagues, managers, and senior stakeholders as part of the wider HR team.

The HR Business Partner's key responsibilities will include:

1. Day-to-day generalist role, business partnering managers and other senior stakeholders in the business
2. Case management – advising & supporting grievance, performance, disciplinary, and absence-related matters, coaching and developing stakeholders in the process
3. Delivery of the group-wide HR strategy
4. Managing employee relations issues related to change, particularly proactive management of relationships with employee representatives and trade unions
5. Supporting the business with the development and delivery of people plans across multiple units
6. Influencing the development and implementation of HR policies and processes to meet business needs
7. Ensuring performance management processes are in place and effective
8. Managing tribunal proceedings with ACAS intervention as required
9. TUPE management

Qualifications

• CIPD Qualified
• Experience advising on HR matters (grievance, disciplinary, performance management, absence)
• Experience managing cultures and implementing change proactively
• Ability to build trust, respect, and openness
• Problem-solving skills, utilizing systems and expertise for the benefit of the business and employees
• Proactive, can-do attitude
• Experience working in logistics
• Full UK driving license and ability to travel

Additional Information

• We are committed to making Culina a great place to work. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and diverse, with a focus on employee development and recognizing success.
• Our learning and development programs are open to all employees to help shape your future within logistics and foster a thriving team culture.
• Our benefits include:
• Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
• Private Medical Cover: via Bupa for clinically appropriate care
• Pension scheme: with a generous contribution
• Life Assurance: 4x your annual salary
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support 24/7
• Eye Care Vouchers: savings on eye tests and glasses
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards
• Everyday discounts: access to over 50 retailer discounts

If you meet the requirements and are seeking your next career opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!