HRBP

Job Description

This HR Business Partner (HRBP) role is an opportunity to bring your strong HR knowledge to a thriving FMCG company. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider HR team to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives.Client DetailsOur client is a well-established FMCG company, boasting a workforce of thousands globally. They have a robust presence in the market and are known for producing high-quality consumer goods. This role is sole HR representative for their Leeds site.DescriptionThe HRBP for the Leeds site will be responsible for working closely with the UK HR and site leadership teams develop robust and actionable People Plans aligned to the short and long terms aims of the site and business. Key focuses will be around capability,performance and engagement. You will work with the site to drive continuous improvement and build line manager capability.Key responsibilities:

• Develop effective working relationships with key leaders, Trade Union, Employee Forum representatives and Occupational Health and create an environment to effectively challenge, influence and become a trusted advisor to support effective strategic and operationaldecision making, providing pragmatic and commercially focused advice.
• Execution of the core people processes, e.g. Performance Cycle, Talent Planning and Annual Compensation Planning etc.
• Contribute to the recruitment and headcount forecasting processes.
• Own all core people processes and forecasting tools for site(s).
• Have detailed understanding of any specific Site Agreements, Legacy terms and conditions.
• Responsible for the coordination and execution of development interventions, pulling on support from the Leadership and Talent Team. In addition, responsible for the coordination of technical training on site.
• Support wider HR team with large scale change projects (as agreed per project) and own smaller scale/for own site. Make sound recommendations on organization design to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Carry out data analysis and provide insights from HR information/scorecard to support on driving actions from these. Co-ordinate activities, data and communications for whole function to support people processes/ad-hoc project work/data insight.
• Acts as a point of escalation for the HR Centres of Excellence (CoE) should there be an issue within their area of responsibility e.g. salary overpayments, core development programme attendance etc.
• Support line mangers by offering practical advice and being the first point of contact for employees to help, support and give guidance on the HR self-service model.
• Drive the development of line manager capability through ongoing coaching, capability builds and leading more formal training with site(s) where required.

ProfileThe successful HRBP will be/have:

• Good HR professional skills, knowledge and experience of application of employment legislation to individuals and groups.
• Experience of working with Union and Employee representatives in a similar FMCG or Manufacturing environment.
• Proven relationship building and influencing skills.
• Experience of executing change projects e.g. OD, M&A, T&Cs changes etc.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Solid problem solving and organisational skills.
• Strong facilitation, presenting & coaching skills.
• Available to start a new role on short notice and commit to the 12 month contract.

Job OfferThis exciting HRBP role offers:

• A competitive salary ranging from £45-£55,000 p/a plus excellent benefits.
• 12 month fixed term contract.
• Location north of Leeds, based on site with some opportunity for home working.
• Immediate start.