Senior Regional HRPP

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy company is seeking a Senior HR People Partner to drive HR initiatives, support People Leaders, and enhance employee engagement in Stafford. The role involves advising on compliance with local laws, managing employee relations, and executing HR strategies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and extensive HR experience, particularly in employee development and labor law knowledge. This full-time position aims to create an inclusive workplace culture while supporting organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Human Resources functions like recruiting, training, and employee development.
• Demonstrated experience in applying HR policies and compliance with local laws.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Enable People Leaders to solve problems using central tools and HR standards.
• Foster a positive culture and enhance employee experience.
• Act as the local HR expert for employee relations and compliance.

Skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Knowledge of local labor laws

Detail-oriented

Strong interest in HR solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Description Senior HR People Partner (People Leader)

Job Summary

As a Senior HR People Partner for the GSI business you will be at the heart of our people experience empowering leaders supporting employees and bringing HR initiatives to life in partnership with the COEs where they matter most: in this role you will be responsible for the operational execution of HR responsibilities for Stafford and the North & South Europe Region. You will be an advisor to People Leaders and employees on local HR topics providing coaching and support on a regular basis and offering expert guidance on employee relations compliance with local laws and policies workforce planning and change initiatives. This role will also be a People Leader supporting team members within the HR function. Your work will directly shape a positive inclusive and safe workplace culture while enabling People Leaders to lead with confidence clarity and enable an unprecedented business ramp‑up. With a strong focus on proactive support and problem‑solving you’ll ensure our people feel heard supported and set up for success every day.

Key responsibilities

People Leader Enablement

Enable People Leaders to solve problems by leveraging central tools and HR standards.

Coach and support People Leaders for complex issues and for intense hiring and onboarding.

Partner with People Leaders to promote an inclusive safety‑first culture.

Participate with local senior leadership teams as HR representative and advise on HR related matters.

Employee Experience Focus

Foster a positive culture by embedding GEV values in local HR initiatives in partnership with the COEs; focus on enhancing engagement and the overall employee experience.

Represent the employee voice by sharing employee insights and people data with HRBPs and People Leaders.

Guide requests through appropriate self‑service channels while educating employees on new ways of working.

Local Support & Employee Relations

Act as the local HR expert to People Leaders HRBP and COEs.

Proactively manage employee relations issues and address everyday grievance matters to minimize the escalation of issues.

Collaborate with the COEs to resolve sensitive matters (a corrective action post an investigation analysis of ER cases to develop appropriate actions).

Ensure compliance and enforcement of local regulations / laws / policies while providing people leaders with the appropriate level of support needed for effective decision‑making.

HR Strategy & HR Process Activation

Own the local employee experience by executing the workforce and talent agenda established by HR Business Partners.

Lead local HR projects and change initiatives with on‑the‑ground expertise.

Execute and support People Leaders and employees with various HR initiatives across the talent lifecycle including culture and new HR process introductions.

Provide inputs to decisions within the HR discipline ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements based on local knowledge and expertise.

Employee Engagement & Psychological Risks

Employee Engagement is People leader lead. The HR People Partner will support employee engagement initiatives locally by:

Serving as a liaison between employees and HRBPs to relay feedback and suggestions.

Supporting People Leaders in implementing engagement strategies within their teams.

Coaching People Leaders on creating an engaging work environment.

HR People Partners will identify and mitigate psychosocial risks within their client groups and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement programs to address those risks.

People Leadership

Provide people leadership to multiple HR Partners within a similar geography.

Align leadership to the GE Vernova People Leader Expectations role model the GE Vernova Way principles and create the conditions for employees to do the same.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Extensive years work experience in Human Resources function with responsibilities such as recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, employee development or performance management.

Desired Characteristics

Excellent problem‑solving skills; ability to make independent decisions manage conflicting priorities in a fast‑paced and ramp‑up environment.

Expert knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements with demonstrated experience in application of HR policies.

Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills.

Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity compliance & confidentiality.

Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement.

If contracted in the UK

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However non‑EU / EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified experienced and skilled EU / EEA candidate is available to take up the post as the employing body is unlikely in these circumstances to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills: Sales Experience, Nursing Home Experience, Management Experience, Profit & Loss, Workers' Compensation Law, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Budgeting, Leadership Experience, Memory Care, Public Speaking, Supervising Experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1