HR Business Partner: Industrial Relations

Musgrave Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-owned business in food innovation is seeking an HR Business Partner: Industrial Relations in Belfast. The successful candidate will implement effective industrial relations policies, lead union negotiations, and maintain harmonious workplace relationships. Ideal applicants have over 5 years in industrial relations or HR and possess strong communication skills. Join a company committed to community impact and innovative solutions.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Innovation-focused company

Community involvement

Qualifications

• 5 years+ experience in industrial relations or HR role.
• Experience in leading negotiations with trade unions.
• Ability to engage and maintain a harmonious environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective industrial relations policies.
• Lead negotiations with trade unions.
• Support supply chain management and HR partners.

Skills

Experience in industrial relations role or HR with a focus on industrial relations

Negotiation with trade unions

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Excellent written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in HR/Business/Law or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Business Partner: Industrial Relations

Join Our Family at Musgrave

Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as an HR Business Partner: Employee Relations, to join our HR Team.

What you’ll be Doing

As HR Business Partner: Industrial Relations, Dargan, you will be part of the Employee Relations and Policy Centre of Excellence (COE). The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• As a key member of the ER & Policy team, work in tandem with COE colleagues in ensuring that COE support to the Dargan Distribution Centre is effective.
• Assume responsibility for developing and implementing effective Industrial Relations policies and practices at our Dargan Distribution Centre, including Transport.
• Support Supply Chain Management, Head of HR Supply Chain, and relevant HRBPs in ensuring a positive and partnership focused IR landscape at Dargan, is fostered and retained.
• Lead on negotiations with the trade union at Dargan, as required, to deliver positive commercial outcomes.
• Manage all third-party referrals at the Dargan site.
• Lead on the people aspects of change management initiatives, as required, at Dargan.
• Provide direct support to the Head of HR Supply Chain, HR Business Partners, and managers, on all IR policy and procedure issues acting as a ‘subject matter expert’, to ensure consistency at Dargan.
• Support in the upskilling of Line Managers and local HR at Dargan on IR best practice.
• Ensure a coordinated and consistent case management of IR matters at Dargan.
• Maintain and supporting effective, solutions focused and trustworthy partnerships with all external bodies, trade unions and relevant agencies.
• As a member of the ER&P COE, contribute to key engagements events with with relevant HR practitioners and managers, through HR Fora, Webinars and workshops.
• Support with key strategic projects as required.
• Support HR projects and other HR work, as required.

What we’re looking for

• 5 years+ experience in industrial relations role or in a HR role with a focus on industrial relations and employee relations and in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in leading negotiations with trade unions.
• Experience in third part representations.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-moving environment and through communicating with others.
• Work well as a part of a team.
• Flexible approach, with ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work on initiative.
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and computer skills in all areas of Microsoft Office.
• Consistent work methodology and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to engage and support a harmonious environment at all levels.
• Degree in HR/Business/Law or related discipline or equivalent.
• Full clean driving licence.

What we Offer or Why Musgrave:

Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact

Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions

Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.

Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and vision.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.

Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.