HR Business Partner

Permanent Contract

Overview

Reporting to the Head of HR & Training, the HR BP will play a key role in aligning our HR strategies with business objectives. They will work closely with management and employees and have day-to-day responsibility for providing advice, guidance and support to a number of departments. The role will be responsible for a suite of HR activities including (but not limited to) resourcing, engagement, retention, employee relations and change management. You will also be responsible for providing strategic and operational HR support to designated business areas.

Key Responsibilities

Areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to:

• Building strong and effective working relationships at all levels across the organisation
• Providing advice, guidance and support to Managers and employees at all levels
• Working in partnership with site leaders to understand their strategic goals and objectives and provide HR guidance and support
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with the company’s goals and comply with legal requirements
• Advocating for employee needs while balancing these with business requirements
• Support talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, recruitment, and selection processes
• Analyse HR metrics and data to identify trends, key HR data insights and statistics to support business decisions and recommend solutions to improve organizational effectiveness
• Assist in the development and implementation of training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, employee development, and succession planning
• Manage employee relations matters, including conducting investigations, resolving conflicts, and providing guidance on disciplinary actions
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations and maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that promotes diversity and employee engagement
• Play a key role in change management for organizational change initiatives, workforce planning, and implementing HR programs that enhance efficiency and culture
• Support operational and strategic topics within the HR & Training department as required

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will be expected to work co-operatively and flexibly both within the HR & Training department and with other departments across the site.

They will also be expected to demonstrate:

• Proven leadership ability and management skills
• Performance and goal orientation, with the ability to prioritise
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Strong attention to detail, refined planning and organisation abilities with a proven track record of multi-tasking and working to tight deadlines

Experience in developing process improvements and leading and delivering change would be beneficial, along with strategic planning and execution of HR initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Third level qualification in Human Resource Management or related discipline (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a HRBP role within a busy, team-based, operational environment, ideally in the pharmaceutical industry