Michael Page Hiring for HR Business Partner at Newcastle upon Tyne Full Time

My client is a leading Manufacturing business based in Tyne & Wear.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:
Work as part of the Senior Management Team to deliver the site HR strategy, in line with business goals and objectives

Contribute to change management to support the overall business transition programme

Deliver the internal communications programme to positively impact employee engagement

Lead on HR improvement initiatives

Develop the HR Agenda to align with the overall business strategy

Management responsibilities for a small payroll team and oversee monthly payroll activities

Develop the site Talent and Recruitment strategy, including the management and delivery of all resourcing activities

Implement and continuously improve the employee onboarding experience

Liaise with external Recruitment Agencies, including the negotiation of terms and conditions and PSL agreements, in relation to temporary and permanent staffing requirements

Coordinate competency-based assessments for all employees

Design succession plans to support business continuity, employee development and safeguard key roles within the business

Develop and deliver best practice programmes, policies, and procedures regarding key HR metrics

Develop, analyse, and interpret key analytics to support business decisions

Ensure HR systems are in place and fit for purpose in supporting daily HR activities

Implement the apprenticeship framework in designated business areas

Deliver workshop-based training in various HR-related subject matters

Coach leaders on succession planning and provide support on talent management and leadership development programmes within the business

Manage the apprenticeship levy

Provide advice to line managers, senior leaders, and colleagues on company processes and employment law

Manage complex employment relations cases

Manage the relationship with trade unions

Lead on all people-related projects

Develop initiatives to support a positive employee engagement experience

Develop reward and remuneration strategies to ensure that all employees are rewarded for their hard work and key talent is attracted into the business

Actively promote a culture of diversity and inclusion through strategic decisions and HR policy

Support the Directors in the implementation of an effective company health, safety, and environmental policy

The Successful Applicant

A degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources Management e.g. CIPD

Solid generalist experience in HR, ideally operating at Site HR Manager level

CIPD membership

Previous experience in a Manufacturing/ Industry setting is essential

Strategic and hands-on experience of HR policies and ER processes

Up-to-date knowledge of employee legislation

Experience of driving HR initiatives in a fast-paced environment

Ability to engage and communicate with all levels across the business and within the Group

Experience in conflict management

Trade Union management experience

Employment relations (with tribunal handling) experience

Experience of managing a small team

Payroll processing experience

Strong leadership and influencing capabilities

Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Excellent organisational skills

What’s on Offer

Salary £45,000 – £50,000 per annum

Full-time and permanent position

Excellent company benefits, including a performance bonus

Contact

Laura Thompson

Quote job ref

JN-072022-5704552

Phone number

+44 191 490 4121