The Head of People will lead on the development and delivery of the site HR strategy and provide operational support on all people-related matters in line with business priorities and objectives.

Client Details

My client is a leading Manufacturing business based in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Description

Key responsibilities:

• Implement a robust and relevant HR strategy to support the overall business needs and priorities, as well as providing a proactive HR service across the site, leading on all ER matters
• Understand the strategic and tactical needs of each business function and translate these requirements into an effective HR practice
• Achieve business objectives and drive up standards and overall performance
• Ensure all employee relations matters - disciplinary hearings, grievances, absence and capability issues - are handled promptly and in line with employment legislation
• Develop a robust recruitment process from start to end for all areas of the business, including onboarding
• Lead the annual performance appraisal process, recommending development and succession plans to support current and future organisational needs
• Develop a reward system that will attract, retain and motivate employees and drive continuous improvement
• Review, develop and implement people policies to drive continuous improvements
• Establish an effective internal communications strategy, to improve levels of employee engagement and shape the business culture
• Collaborate with the Training and Health & Safety Manager to identify training requirements and solutions to develop and retain employees
• Work with the Health & Safety Manager to ensure a safe working environment and compliance to HS&E legislation
• Coach and build the capability of site leadership
• Coordinate all transactional HR processes and procedures
• Support and lead on wellbeing initiatives

Profile

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources Management - e.g. CIPD
• Solid generalist experience in a Management or 'Head of' position within HR
• Previous experience working in a Manufacturing/ Industry setting
• Extensive HR experience
• Strategic and hands on experience of HR policies and ER processes
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience of driving HR initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and influencing capabilities

Job Offer

• Salary £55,000 per annum
• 30% company bonus
• Full-time and permanent position