HR Director - Employee Relations (Global RDFT Lead)

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HR Director - Employee Relations (Global RDFT Lead), London

Client: Manpower

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ce777e673838

Job Views: 9

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an interim HR Director - Employee Relations (Global RDFT Lead), to work with our global FMCG client, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £120,000 and £170,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

UL maintains long-standing values related to respecting people, fosters a working environment that is fair and safe, and cultivates a culture of integrity. The RDFT (Respect, Dignity and Fair Treatment) Lead plays a key role in supporting these values in overseeing the company process for managing workplace concerns related to the RDFT incidents under UL Code of Business Principles ('Code'). This role will work in close collaboration with the Legal team to ensure that concerns are triaged appropriately and resolved efficiently and effectively. The Global RDFT Lead will also be responsible for identifying key workplace trends and work with key leaders and stakeholders to implement remedial actions, process improvements, and lessons learned across the entire organization. This role will also be responsible for continued upskilling and education for the individuals handling such concerns, in addition to raising awareness of the RDFT programme within the business. This role will also be responsible for building a network within the business to support in addressing concerns and implementing remedial efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise on the ethics and compliance aspects of the Respect, Dignity & Fair Treatment Code ('RDFT') policy.
• Design procedures and solutions for the effective and efficient handling of workplace concerns.
• Participate in the Business Integrity committee to ensure workplace matters are triaged appropriately.
• Support HR and Business Integrity teams in investigations, including process, planning, investigation, sanctions, and system tracking.
• Drive continuous improvement supporting company values, remedial actions, and process enhancements related to workplace matters.
• Assist in developing capability programs for Business Integrity and HR teams.
• Build and oversee a global network of local leaders to address employee concerns and support initiatives.
• Provide guidance on UL policies, procedures, and options for raising concerns.
• Identify systemic issues and provide feedback and recommendations to senior management.
• Create and maintain a tracking system for RDFT investigations and prepare reports on activities and outcomes, ensuring compliance with external reporting requirements.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders such as Inclusion and Employment Legal teams at global and local levels.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 15+ years in HR and Employment Law, managing conflict resolution, social accountability, business integrity, and ER matters, preferably in large FMCG organizations. Employment law qualification is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a solution-oriented approach.
• High ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and neutrality.
• Experience in establishing processes, governance, and delivering capability interventions in similar roles.

Blackfriars working environment:

• Iconic location on the Victoria Embankment, modern workspace
• Close to Blackfriars station
• Staff shop with discounted products
• Free tea & coffee facilities
• Onsite deli and restaurant for breakfast and lunch
• Gym access (subscription required)