HR Business Partner

The HRBP will work closely with the senior managers in Operations to ensure that the HR systems and processes properly support strategic business aims. You will need to be aware of all aspects of the business and how it operates in order to be an effective advisor to the senior management team.
The overall objectives are to ensure that the company meets its legal responsibilities in terms of employment law; ensure that systems are in place to meet these responsibilities; provide professional Human Resources advice to managers on employment issues and to ensure human resources procedures are followed.
Key tasks will include:

• Advise managers in the management of employee relations issues such as grievance, disciplinary, recruitment, working-time and absence management in order to address grievances and resolve complex employee relations issues.

• Advise employees and managers on human resources procedures, including maternity, paternity, flexible working and parental leave rights.

• Work closely with senior managers on any structural changes, providing advice on change management and employment law.

• Works closely with the senior management team to proactively plan recruitment and selection process to ensure the right calibre of people are attracted to the business and provide support to managers in all areas as required.

• Maintain and develop the HR computer system and update all associated subject areas as required
• Ensure monthly absence statistics are produced and circulated to managers. Follow up with managers to ensure they take appropriate action for employees who are breaching the attendance guidelines.

• Monitor the absence management process to ensure adherence to guidelines and a consistent approach throughout the company.

• Actively support the company induction process and update the induction on a regular basis.

• Provide a confidential HR service to all employees within the business with work related or personal problems.

• With the help of the HR Assistant, ensure that mandatory training courses are arranged and accurate training records are maintained.

• In conjunction with the Head of Learning and Development, ensure that training and development needs are identified and that the required training and development is provided.

• In conjunction with the HR team, update HR policies & procedures to reflect changes in legislation, as requested.

• Maintain records of employees who have opted out of the 48-hour working week and keep line managers informed of those employees averaging a 48-hour week who have not opted out.

• Carry out exit interviews on employees leaving the company to identify any issues.

• Arrange occupational health appointments for the company, including health screening, with the help of the HR Assistant.

• Carry out any other duties, which might reasonably be expected by the Head of Human Resources.

What you'll need to succeed

The suitable applicant must be CIPD qualified and ideally of graduate calibre. They should have at least 5 years' experience within HR covering most HR issues, including re-organisations, employment relations, training and development and be able to utilise the HR system to provide reports to STADA.


What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity to work within a growing business offering a competitive salary and prospects for development.


What you need to do now
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