HR Generalist

McCormick & Company; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global flavour company in Peterborough is seeking an HR Generalist to support the HRBP in driving business growth and managing complex employee relations issues. The ideal candidate will have a CIPD qualification and strong knowledge of UK employment legislation. This role involves operationalizing HR initiatives, providing generalist HR support in a fast-paced environment, and building relationships at all levels of the organization. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of providing generalist HR support in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in managing employee relations in a very fast‑paced matrix environment.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Support the HR BP’s in driving business growth and engagement.
• Work in partnership with team managers to manage complex employee relations issues.
• Operationalize strategic HR initiatives at country or site level.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation

Ability to influence without formal authority

Proven experience in managing employee relations

Good knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint

HR related qualification (CIPD)

Education

HR related qualification (CIPD)

Tools

SAP

Job description

HR Generalist

Peterborough

Main Responsibilities

• Support the HR BP’s in driving agenda at site, which drives business growth, builds capabilities and engagement, in partnership with managers.
• Support the HRBP’s at site on any change management initiatives for organizational and employee related changes in any areas.
• Support the HR BP’s in ensuring organisational design and resource capability are in place to enable achievement of business goals (In conjunction with the Peterborough Management team and through robust recruitment and development processes).
• Work in partnership with the team managers to ensure effective management of complex employee relations issues.
• Work closely with HR expert functions (Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition and Internal Communications) to ensure appropriate deployment of HR processes (Employee Engagement Survey, Annual Salary review, Learning and Development, etc).
• Work closely with our Shared Services Centre based in Poland, who provide HR administrative and transactional support to the Site.
• Provide guidance or leadership to business on interpreting and delivering people aspects of business programs.
• Operationalize strategic HR initiatives/programs and execute usually at a country or site level, and multi‑site and multi‑country as required.
• Participate in Regional and Global HR Projects which support Operational Excellence Programs.

Candidate Profile

• HR related qualification (CIPD)
• Proven experience of providing generalist HR support in a manufacturing environment would be a significant advantage
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation
• Experience in managing employee relations in a very fast‑paced matrix environment
• Ability to influence without formal authority at all levels of the organisation
• Ability to build relationship at all levels of the organisation
• Proven strong experience in building talent development plans
• Ability to work remotely with a good balance of autonomy and reporting
• Good knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP

Company

At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavour to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better.

Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25‑year‑old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers.

While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and 135 markets in Asia‑Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz.

At McCormick, we have over a 100‑year legacy based on our “Power of People” principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.

Agencies

McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.

Equal Opportunity

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disability Confident Scheme

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.