Senior Human Resources Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

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Senior Human Resources Business Partner, Belfast

Client: Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR)

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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6

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

We are recruiting a Senior HR Business Partner to join the newly established Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of HR business partners.
• Redefine the performance management process to support employee development and assist line managers in implementation.
• Oversee employee reward and compensation policies to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Analyze performance metrics, including employee retention and experience data, to identify areas for improvement and drive enhancements.
• Manage complex cases, tribunals, and legal challenges.
• Stay updated with employment law changes.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to establish the Learning & Development strategy.
• Develop long-term diversity and inclusion initiatives to enable the ICRIR to flourish.
• Support senior leaders in planning employee engagement interventions to boost performance.
• Create a people strategy aligned with the ICRIR's priorities.
• Act as the strategic HR business partner, working with senior leaders to model the desired culture.
• Develop the ICRIR’s employee well-being strategy.

We value the unique contributions of diverse applicants and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, sexual orientation, educational or social background, or any other factor.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A recognized CIPD Qualification at level 5/7 or equivalent.
• Experience advising on complex HR and reward matters.
• Experience in HR policy development and review.
• Ability to build effective partnerships with senior leaders.
• Leadership and management skills in HR teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to act as a Change Agent and deliver on key issues.
• Capability to work under pressure and meet deadlines amidst competing demands.
• Proactive team player.
• Demonstrate the values outlined in the ICRIR Code of Conduct.
• Experience using analytical tools.
• Willingness to undergo CTC clearance assessment if not already cleared.

Please provide reasons for any employment gaps within the last two years. Additionally, submit a statement of suitability (max 1200 words) outlining your key skills and experience against the essential criteria listed above by no later than 5 pm, Monday 28th April 2025. Indicate your preferred location for the role — either Belfast or London. Applications can also be sent via email.