HR Business Partner

Our client is a global, large-scale commercial business with a main UK base in the Tyne and Wear area.

We are working with them to recruit a driven and experienced HR Business Partner on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Head of HR, this role will be responsible for managing all aspects of operational HR activity within a complex, fast-paced environment. It is a full generalist position with a business partner focus, overseeing the full range of HR activities at site level.

Main accountabilities:

• Management of all HR activity at operational levels within a complex and fast changing environment.
• Provide HR direction and support to the site leadership team and employees to maximise overall employee contribution to the achievement of business objectives.
• Coach and provide advice and guidance on all aspects of HR issues including: Absence Management; Disciplinary and Grievance issues; Performance Management; Terms & Conditions.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders across multiple sites to ensure HR is able to support the business objectives.
• Develop Policies and Procedures to ensure the effective management of Human Resources within legislation.
• Support senior management through change management activities.
• Lead on complex employee relations cases.
• Influence and engage senior managers in performance management activity.
• Support and coach senior stakeholders in recruitment activity and workforce planning.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of delivering a high standard of HR service at the Senior HR Advisor of HR Business Partner level from within a commercial or industrial environment. The position will suit a driven HR professional looking for a challenging role to expand their range of HR experiences in an exciting industrial environment.

The position is primarily site based typically offering 1 day working from home per week. Salary is competitive dependent on experience plus benefits including enhanced pension.