People Partner

Ocado Retail; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major online grocery retailer in London is looking for a People Partner to drive HR initiatives and optimize employee experience. You will develop strategic HR solutions tailored to site needs, enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction. This role requires broad HR experience and strong communication skills, along with a CIPD qualification preferred. Enjoy benefits like private medical cover and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

Family-Friendly policies

Pension Plan with employer contribution

25 days annual leave

15% discount on Ocado.com

Qualifications

• You will be a data driven people partner, with strong influencing skills.
• Broad experience as a generalist HR professional including employee relations.
• Strong communication skills are key to work across all employee levels.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of work at Ocado by driving key HR initiatives.
• Collaborate with site leaders to optimize employee experience.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations.

Skills

Effective communication and leadership

Problem-solving and initiative

Resilience and attention to detail

Business acumen and planning

Team player with drive and energy

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

HR databases

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Location: Onsite Position: 4/5 days per week - Erith, United Kingdom

Were looking for a People Partner to join our team and be at the heart of our people strategy.

Join Ocado Logistics as a People Partner! Location: Onsite Position: 4/5 days per week - Erith, United Kingdom

Were looking for a People Partner to join our team and be at the heart of our people strategy.

In this exciting role, youll collaborate closely with site leaders, managers, and our HR team to shape a thriving, inclusive culture that empowers our people to succeed. You will own the HR strategy acting as a consultative subject matter expert, playing a key role in shaping the employee experience, driving business performance, and fostering a supportive and innovative work environment. Why Join Us as a People Partner at Ocado Logistics? Work you will be proud of: Enhance the employee experience. Join Ocado as our People Partner and contribute your strategic thinking to high-impact HR initiatives that prioritize employee well-being, engagement, retention and satisfaction. Be empowered: This role empowers you to develop and implement strategic HR solutions tailored to the unique needs of a specific site. Use your problem-solving skills to address challenges and drive continuous improvement and take true HR ownership. Development: At Ocado Logistics we value your development. We want to see you shine and will support your growth along the way. 87% of our salaried roles are filled internally - highlighting our dedication to internal mobility and your career development. As a strategic People Partner you will

• Shape the future of work at Ocado by driving key HR initiatives, including performance management, talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention.
• Collaborate with site leaders to optimize the employee experience and leverage data analytics to drive business results.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to implement innovative strategies in leadership development, talent management, diversity, and inclusion.
• Lead and execute regional HR projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and promoting a positive employee culture.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, ensuring compliance and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  
  

About You

• You will be a data driven people partner, with strong influencing skills. You should be an excellent problem-solver with analytical skills, able to translate operational goals into HR actions.
• Broad experience as a generalist HR professional including a working understanding of employee relations, recruitment, learning and development, and employee engagement.
• Strong communication skills are key, as you'll work across all employee levels, while your leadership, stakeholder management, and people management abilities will drive HR initiatives effectively.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation, and networking skills are essential, as is experience in conflict resolution and mediation.
• Intermediate proficiency in MicrosoftOffice, Google Suite, and HR databases is required, along with flexibility in working hours, and a full driving license. A CIPD qualification is desirable.
• Our sites operate 24/, to support this we need individuals with a full UK driving license and flexibility to work outside of traditional working hours.
  
  

You may be currently working or have experience as a: People Partner, Human Resources Business Partner, HR manager Key Skills

• Effective communication and leadership
• Problem-solving and initiative
• Resilience and attention to detail
• Business acumen and planning
• Team player with drive and energy
  
  

What we Offer

• Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after five years, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Pension scheme with employer matching up to 7%.
• 15% discount on Ocado.com and free midweek delivery.
• Opportunities for career development in a growing, innovative business
  
  

Next Steps

Once you apply, our friendly Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If successful, our team will contact you to schedule an informal conversation to discuss your suitability for the role and answer any questions you may have Join Ocado Logistics, where the possibilities are endless. Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

LNKD1_UKTJ

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ocado Retail by 2x

Get notified about new Partner jobs in London, England, United Kingdom.

London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Harlow, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Global Head of Process Engineering (Markets Operations)

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Senior Vice President, Asset Backed Finance

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

PARTNER (START UP) – QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT WITH INSOLVENCY EXPERIENCE & LICENCE REQUIRED

London Area, United Kingdom £250,000 - £450,000 22 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.