HR Business Partner, 10 - 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Citi; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution in Belfast is looking for an HR Advisor to deliver HR services that enhance organizational performance. The successful candidate will partner with business managers to resolve employee relations issues and ensure compliance with UK employment laws. This role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and an extensive benefits package including generous holiday allowance and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in HR practices and policies.
• Ability to handle employee relations issues.
• Knowledge of US Employment laws is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR services to enhance organizational performance.
• Resolve employee relations issues with urgency.
• Act as a subject matter expert to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Relevant HR experience

Knowledge of UK Employment laws

Analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Clear communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

What You'll do

• Deliver HR services and build capabilities to drive organizational performance through individuals and managers, as well as possess the mindset to increase process effectiveness and efficiency
• Responsible for HR delivery and implementation across the employee lifecycle
• Partner with business managers to resolve Employee Relations (ER) issues, ensuring appropriate actions are taken and risks are assessed
• Partner with Human Resource Advisors (HRAs) and Centers of Excellence (COEs) on HR priorities in respective client populations to ensure delivery and implementation of HR solutions
• Ensure escalated client/employee issues are resolved with urgency, and employment policies and practices are interpreted consistently
• Work with all key stakeholders including, HRA, manager, employee, Employee Relations (ER), Legal, as well as build and maintain partnerships to foster trust and accountability
• Resolve moderately complex HR issues conferring with managers when necessary
• Assist progressively larger or more complex employee populations and participate on cross-Citi projects
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
• Acts as subject matter expert (SME) to senior stakeholders and/or other team members
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

What web;e need from you

• Relevant HR experience
• Knowledge of applicable UK Employment laws
• Knowledge of applicable US Employment laws a plus
• Working knowledge of industry standards and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

What we can offer you

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities

Job Family Group: Human Resources

Job Family: HR Advisors & Generalist

Time Type: Full time

Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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