HR Partner

Sysco; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Access to Earnings (Wage Stream)

Flexible Time Off

Wellbeing & Health Support

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Sysco Perks & Discounts

Sysco Product Discounts

Mortgage Advice

Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave

Job summary

Sysco, a leading foodservice provider in the UK, is seeking an HR Partner to join its people-focused HR team serving Grantham site. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will partner with site leadership to deliver proactive HR services that drive performance, engagement and growth, including recruitment, onboarding, talent development and change.

This generalist role requires strong stakeholder management, knowledge of employment law, and the ability to balance business needs with people

Qualifications

• Must be a strong HR generalist with partnering and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of employment law and employee relations with experience handling complex matters.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or working towards it preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to deliver proactive HR services.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, talent development, engagement and performance management.
• Use people data and insights to inform decisions and improvements.
• Provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice to managers in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

HR generalist

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Employment law

Employee relations

Education

CIPD Level 5 or working towards it

Job description

Sysco (whose UK operating companies include Brakes, Fresh Direct, KFF and Medina) is recruiting a people-focused and engaging HR Partner to join our HR team. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will work closely with site leadership teams to deliver a proactive HR service that supports business performance, colleague engagement and organisational growth. As a trusted advisor, you will provide coaching, guidance and challenge to managers across all aspects of people management, helping to create a positive and high-performing culture.

We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, which can be discussed further during the interview process. Due to the collaborative nature of the role and the need to build strong relationships with stakeholders, regular presence at our Grantham, Lincolnshire office is required, therefore candidates should be within a commutable distance. As part of a 24/7 operation, site presence is an important part of the role, but it also brings flexibility. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your own diary, plan your time around the needs of the business and your stakeholders, and build a working pattern that enables you to be where you’re needed most.

This is a varied business partnering role where you will support the delivery of people initiatives across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, talent development, engagement, performance management and organisational change. Working closely with HR Centres of Excellence, you will help embed people plans that build capability, strengthen talent pipelines and improve the overall colleague experience. You will also use people data and insights to identify trends, inform decision-making and support improvements in areas such as retention, attendance and engagement.

We're looking for a strong HR generalist with excellent partnering and stakeholder management skills, who is confident building relationships and influencing managers in a fast-paced operational environment. You'll have a good knowledge of employment law and employee relations, with experience managing complex people matters and providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice. Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to balance business needs with positive people outcomes. Experience working within a unionised environment would be desirable.

Ideally, you will hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification or be working towards it; however, significant relevant HR experience will also be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional looking to further develop their business partnering skills and make a real impact across engagement, retention, performance, development and organisational change.

What you'll get:

• Early Access to Your Earnings: Use our dedicated Wage Stream app to access your earned salary whenever you need it, helping you manage your finances with ease and confidence.
• Flexible Time Off: Take advantage of the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing & Health Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential mental health support, 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy, flu vaccinations, eye tests and a wide range of health services for you and your family.
• Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan designed to help you plan long term.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind with life assurance coverage designed to protect you and your loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy access to Sysco Perks, where you’ll find discounts on everything from gym memberships to your weekly grocery shop.
• Special Sysco Product Discounts: Get the chance to purchase our food products at significantly reduced prices.
• Free Mortgage Advice: Navigate the property market with confidence thanks to complimentary expert mortgage guidance.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave: Our policies support you through important life moments, offering greater flexibility and care for you and your family.

Additional Information

At Sysco everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco and we recognise that Sysco can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.