HR Business Partner

Description:

Human Resources Business Partner

6 Month Contract

Working within this Field-based role, the ideal candidate will be an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) engaged in all aspects of HR practices and processes within the clients Venues division. This position involves supporting business requirements and ensuring the effective implementation of company policies, strategies, and objectives. You will collaborate with the retail operations team to develop and execute a people strategy that aligns with and supports the business goals.

Responsibilities

To work in partnership with the retail operations team, developing and delivering an effective people strategy to meet the business objectives -

Contribute to the retail HR strategy and support its' implementation in the field.
Ensure effective plans are in place to drive employee engagement, in turn supporting the implementation of engagement surveys.
Work with operational teams to build a team culture that reflects the values of the organisation.
Attend HR meetings and retail Operations meetings, providing a link between HR best practice and the needs of the Operation.
Complete special project work as required to support the wider People and Culture strategy.
Support recruitment, retention and development of talent within the retail estate, with a focus on management roles.
Advise and assist local management on recruitment processes which are reflective of our culture and employer branding and attract a diverse candidate pool.
Work with operational management to ensure that robust succession plans are in place for key management roles, engaging other HR colleagues, as appropriate.
Support the delivery of learning and development plans, as agreed by operational management, engaging other HR colleagues, as appropriate.
In line with the company's performance management system and employee appraisal scheme support and ensure the completion of performance reviews for all employees and management.
Analyse key people metrics, working with the operations team to identify issues and improve performance.
Provide advice to operational management and ensure compliance with company policy and legal requirements on relevant employment matters.
Consult with employees / management as appropriate in redundancy / re-deployment situations arising from unit closures and carry out the required accompanying administration.
Advise, guide, coach, support and develop managers on the application of HR policy / procedures such as disciplinary and grievance investigations, absence management, Tribunal cases etc… obtaining business feedback to ensure understanding.

Qualifications

CIPD desirable
Extensive knowledge and experience of HR, with solid employment law knowledge
Experience of working in HR in a retail, leisure or hospitality, fast paced environment
Background in multi-site/regional/field-based role
Experience of developing and delivering transformational people strategies
Experience of working in a matrix organisation
Experience across a wide range of HR disciplines i.e. business partnering, reward, recruitment, learning and development, employee relations.
Experience of working in a unionised environment desirable

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