Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£51,000 per annum

About the Role
You will work closely with our Senior Leadership teams to build organisation and people capability. Shaping and implementing effective people strategies and activities within the business to assist in the delivery of the organisation’s priorities, this will require you to work both strategically and operationally across the business. You will also support the design and delivery of a range of People & Inclusion initiatives and projects aligned with the strategic priorities and People & Inclusion plan.

This role involves quickly building relationships with key stakeholders and providing pragmatic HR solutions that deliver within both strategic and operational HR areas. You will maintain and continually develop a strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice, including maintaining external networks. Providing sound advice and guidance on employment relations matters, you will identify and mitigate risks to the business through appropriate solutions.

Additional responsibilities include supporting the design, delivery and management of learning interventions, along with facilitation, coaching and mentoring. You will be a strong and visible advocate for change management, leading and supporting the business as required. You will analyse and diagnose business issues and translate these into people-based solutions while maintaining a wider commercial perspective. A passion for inclusion and well-being is essential, with knowledge of practical and meaningful solutions to deliver progress in both areas. You will also strive to develop digital skills and keep up to date with emerging HR trends.

Key Contacts
Department Directors, Heads of Department and Employees
External subject matter experts such as legal counsel and Trade Unions

Experience
You will be CIPD qualified or have equivalent experience with a strong generalist HR background at an HR Business Partner level. Experience working in a standalone role or as part of a team is required, with the ability to be hands-on when necessary. You should have excellent communication skills and be personable, able to connect with teams and understand their challenges.

About you
Confident and comfortable having difficult conversations, you will act as the conscience of the business. You will not shy away from challenging issues or speaking up, whether mediating employee relations matters or advising Senior Management on legal or policy development. You have a good sense of commercial awareness and a proven record of partnering with and influencing leadership at all levels to design and implement effective HR programs and services. You are passionate about continuous improvement and creating an engaging employee experience.

Qualifications
Strong knowledge of UK employment law is essential. Experience with Hay job evaluation or similar methodologies is preferable. You are able to measure and track HR effectiveness using key metrics and measures.