HR Business Partner (TUPE)

Talent Smart Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport solutions provider is seeking an HR Business Partner to oversee a TUPE project after acquiring two dealerships. This role requires extensive TUPE experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage change effectively. The position is initially for 6 months, requiring presence in the Milton Keynes office two days per week. Ideal candidates will possess a CIPD or equivalent qualification and demonstrate a thorough understanding of TUPE processes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a full generalist TUPE background, from relationships to strategic and technical aspects.
• Experience in change management and adaptability to pace.

Responsibilities

• Lead TUPE transfer from beginning to end.
• Conduct negotiations with representative groups.
• Design and implement a consultation plan.
• Ensure effective communication on the TUPE process.
• Identify risks and manage TUPE documentation.
• Orchestrate change processes.
• Partner with enabling functions for holistic change management.
• Support employee relations and broader people projects.
• Manage communication of change initiatives with sensitivity.

Skills

TUPE transfer experience

Consultation and negotiation

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

CIPD or equivalent

Job description

The Company

A global leader in transport solutions, this organisation designs and delivers trucks, buses, and engines that drive industries forward. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology, they're shaping the future of mobility worldwide.

The Role

We are currently looking for an HR Business Partner to lead a TUPE project following the acquisition of two dealerships bought by the parent company. There are 600 staff involved, and we are looking for a TUPE specialist to now deliver the work, policing all legal requirements following post-acquisition.

The contract is initially for 6-months (outside IR35) and we will require someone in their Milton Keynes office 2-days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a vast TUPE transfer from beginning to end.
• Conduct negotiations with representative groups and act as the main point of contact.
• Design and implement a structured consultation plan.
• Ensure employees receive effective communication on the TUPE process.
• Identify risks and manage all TUPE documentation.
• Orchestrate a range of change processes.
• Partner with enabling functions, such as transformation, internal communications and legal, to ensure holistic change management.
• Work closely with CoE within the People & Culture function to bring these areas of expertise in and support them in integrating their processes.
• Navigating ambiguity to develop and apply clear, actionable plans as information evolves.
• Supporting and advising on employee relations, policy development, systems and broader people projects.
• Manage the communication of change initiatives with sensitivity and consideration, recognising and addressing a spectrum of stakeholder response.

Experience and requirements:

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the full generalist TUPE background from building relationships to the strategic and technical side of TUPE as well as experience in change management and be adaptable to pace.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Previous and vast TUPE transfer experience
• Proven ability to consult and negotiate
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• CIPD or equivalent preferred

More details available on successful application.