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Are you looking to work within an organisation committed to their people and their growth, where you will be part of a large, supportive HR team, whilst having lots of autonomy for your own region? You will report to the Head of HR and be responsible for an HR Officer and be responsible for an HR service which is strategic and Operational, supporting schools to achieve and exceed their targets. You will be able to proactively manage and influence key partners and stakeholders to execute HR interventions to deliver objectives. This HR Partner role is permanent and offers Hybrid working based in Portsmouth Key responsibilities for this HR Business Partner role include: Delivering key HR initiatives across your region, including workforce planning, restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and reward, employee engagement and professional growth. Advise on employment practices, pay and conditions of service, legal and best practice regarding employment law and statutory requirements. Advising and leading a wide range of HR issues, including discipline, capability, absence, and grievance, together with attendance at meetings and hearings. Lead on key change projects for schools e.g. restructuring, TUPE, working practices Successfully translating the people strategy into actionable plans, with a key emphasis on equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Develop a deep understanding of the schools in the area and their goals and develop people plans that support the delivery of these goals. Take ownership of HR data for your Hub, ensuring the highest standards in data quality, metrics, and analysis. Deliver these within the required timeframes and provide actionable insights to inform decisions. Developing and maintaining good relations with the recognised trade unions - Lead on school and hub union meetings to ensure they are taking place and being engaged with in a proactive manner Be a Wellbeing Champion, ensuring consideration is given to Mental and Wellbeing in all areas of work. Engaging and partnering with the wider HR team to ensure that your area is aligned and continuously adding value to the objectives of the Trust. Benefits include: Local Government Pension Scheme A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service. Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses. Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings. Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers. Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff. Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme. Store Discounts: Support staff have access to the 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers. Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories, including holidays, cars, days out and much more! With your CIPD level 7 qualification (or working towards), your ability to manage and influence stakeholders, experience of leading change projects and succession planning and talent management, you will find this HR Business Partner opportunity challenging and varied, as well as rewarding. Previous education experience would be an advantage but not essential. If this HR Business Partner role sounds like something you feel you could add value to, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Do you have the ability to build credible relations to influence decision-making at a senior level? You will have a strong strategic and commercial awareness, well developed communication and a growth mindset to be able to provide innovative solutions, whilst being able to work at pace. This HR Business Partner role reports to the Divisional Head of HR and will manage an HR Advisor and HR Administrator. This role holds a generalist HR remit including ER, succession, restructuring, harmonisation, TUPE, as well as other HR projects such as engagement and well being. This HR Business Partner role is permanent and offers Hybrid Working, 2 days a week based at offices in either Stockport, Stoke-on-Trent or Northampton and requires travel The HR Business Partner role offers Salary + Car allowance Key responsibilities for this HR Business Partner role include: Providing strategic and day-to-day leadership to drive the delivery of HR plans Using experience, skills and knowledge of the HR profession to make an impact in key areas such as change management, employee engagement and talent analytics Assisting in building strong talent pipelines Supporting line managers across the business on organisational structure and design Undertake periodic reviews with the Performance Director, their teams and Key Stakeholders about their designated sites, ensuring that important matters are discussed with clearly identified outcomes Senior ER Casework - to provide professional and legislatively compliant advice on Human Resources issues, and support managers where appropriate on disciplinary, grievance, capability and harassment and discrimination cases using a problem-solving approach and ensuring risks are flagged to the Head of HR and Performance Director Undertake the lead for employment tribunals for your services and liaise with ACAS on early conciliation. To undertake project work and policy development work as directed and guided by the Head of HR With your CIPD level 5 qualification and an up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation, you will find this HR Business Partner opportunity challenging and varied as well as rewarding. Previous experience in an Adult care environment would be an advantage, but not essential. If this HR Business Partner role sounds like something you feel you could add value to, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Would you like to bring your HR administration skills to a Global business to enhance Employee experience? Would you be capable of impacting results in a wider EMEA people services function whilst adding value at a local level? This is an exciting new role due to the growth of the Global People Services team. You will be working in a supportive team, providing HR-specific employee support through efficient resolution and determining best practices for continuous improvement. Office Management or other administration experience can be considered, and a permanent role will be available. Initial 6-month FTC - HR Administrator (Employee Experience Specialist) Some responsibilities of the HR Employee Experience Specialist: HR-specific employee support through resolution (benefits, payroll, systems); ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and program execution support Receive and respond to HR services, technology, and reporting enquiries and requests with timely, accurate, and professional responses Apply critical decision-making regarding case inquiry escalation and resolution Determine best practices for continuous improvement, efficiencies, and utilisation of the HR Service Solutions platform (Workday) Employee record and file management; review and approval of employee transactions in Workday (employee movement, personal data changes, work data changes, and compensation changes) Manage new hire orientation and off-boarding processes Provide accurate and timely data, metrics, and reports as requested by Managers (their direct manager and the customers who are managers) Improve delivery of HR information through effective use of technology and HR platforms; ensure data integrity of systems What you will get: Highly competitive salary Enhanced pension If this role extends to a permanent contract: 8% profit share scheme Travel insurance Health and Dental insurance after probation 4 x basic salary death in service benefit Income protection scheme With your experience in HR administration and your ability to work in a process-driven environment, you will find this opportunity exciting and varied as well as rewarding. If the role sounds like something you feel you could add value to and you want to contribute to continued succession, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you a confident and effective HR Professional , with solid HR Generalist experience and coaching skills to work within a people-focused, Global leading business? Do you have the ability to manage projects through to completion with minimal supervision and the ability to meet realistic deadlines whilst managing multiple activities? You will be working in a small supportive team, leading HR business processes for the site, organisational unit or corporate functional area and be responsible for delivering management and employee advice. You will be confident in dealing with ER issues and will be involved in various new HR projects. This Senior HR Generalist role is Ashford based and offers HYBRID working and flexible working hours (37) over 5 days (office based 2-3 days per week) FTC Contract (12-15 months maternity cover) As a Senior HR Generalist, you will: Lead human resources business processes for the site, organisational unit or corporate functional area, and ensure legal compliance and adherence to company policies. Conduct or support staffing and recruiting processes. Collaborate with business partners to solve problems and resolve conflicts in a creative, responsive and pro-active manner. Represents management in investigating, answering, and settling grievances. Reporting and maintaining HR systems/databases, records and postings ensuring compliance and integrity and data extraction. Take ownership of performance management and employee relations (policy/procedure interpretation). Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement. With your strong HR generalist experience, up-to-date knowledge of employment law, CIPD level 5 qualification, and advanced HRIS/data reporting skills, you will find this opportunity and organisation varied, as well as highly rewarding. If this Senior HR Generalist role sounds like something you feel you could add value to and you want to contribute to continued succession, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Do you have a strong presence with your managers and stakeholders to Business Partner and guide with new HR initiatives and development? Do you also enjoy working in the day-to-day operational HR across a generalist HR remit? You will report into an HR Manager and work within a supportive team of 5 in HR across all departments within this fast-paced, Global business. You will be strong on Employee relations, work well on HRIS and be able to deal with multiple priorities whilst having strong attention to detail. This HR Business Partner role is based in Medway and offers Hybrid working (1 day from home) The HR Business Partner Role and Responsibilities include: Work in partnership with the business to provide full advice and guidance on leading ER matters such as grievance, disciplinary and absence management Drive high performance culture by challenging and coaching business leaders Drive leadership development and talent management initiatives and implement corporate HR strategy Support Mental Health Wellbeing Managing the operational and transactional elements of the business Actively lead and participate in HR projects Using management information pro-actively to provide accurate, up to date business intelligence that informs functional and business actions. Salary + Great Benefits to include: Private healthcare Subsidised canteen On-site gym + discounted gym membership An enhanced pension contribution With your experience dealing with complex/volume casework and organisational restructures, you will find this opportunity challenging and varied as well as rewarding. Workday experience is desirable. If the role sounds like something you feel you could add value to, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you an HR Advisor with a strong aptitude for Employee Relations casework? You will play an integral role in supporting the HR team. Fixed Term Contract until the end of October HYBRID Offering 1 Day a week from home and the opportunity for part-time or flexibility on hours if required HR Adviser (Employee Relations): Provides first-class HR advice, guidance & support to line managers and employees in relation to HR policies and procedures, employee relation issues and organisational change. Supports the HR & People development manager in analysing HR reports and drives HR KPI improvements. To provide support to the Head of HR in delivering strategic HR projects Delivers learning and development sessions regarding people management practices. Ensures the consistent delivery of induction by line managers and supports central staff inductions. Sickness absence monitoring ensures staff absences are inputted onto the payroll system, informs line managers of staff absence concerns, ensures return to work interviews are conducted by line managers and completes occupational health referrals where necessary. Responsible for tracking and monitoring the return of Employee appraisals and performance management reviews, including probation. Your knowledge of HR legislation and Employee Relations, combined with CIPD Level 5 qualification will ensure success in this interim role. Ideally, you will be available for an immediate start. Education experience would be beneficial but not essential. If you think the above aligns with your experience and you feel you could add value in a role such as this, please forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you looking to develop your HR experience in a small, friendly and nurturing team with a well-known and sought-after organisation? Do you have experience in payroll, good attention to detail and enjoy a varied and busy role? This HR Officer role offers the opportunity to do just that, whilst offering a great working environment and the possibility to really add value. This HR Officer role offers - Hybrid Working + Flexible Start & Leave times Key responsibilities of HR Officer: Be the HR representative for employee queries escalating when necessary. Supporting policy and procedure changes and implementation, reacting accordingly to any changes within Employment Law. Oversee the end-to-end employee lifecycle. Updating HRIS with changes Reporting on HR metrics, such as sickness absence, turnover, and monitoring trends Getting starter documents, right to work and onboarding new starters Dealing with HR inbox Involvement in ER cases Involvement in various HR projects End-to-end payroll input process, ensuring high levels of accuracy, timeliness, and compliance including monthly audit and sign off process. Complete report and timely submission to HMRC Your strong attention to detail and experience of working in a busy environment where no two days are the same will ensure your success in this HR Officer role. Ideally, you will have your Level 3 CIPD, knowledge of payroll and HR experience across the whole employee lifecycle. If this HR Officer opportunity sounds of interest, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you experienced in working with and managing Zellis ResourceLink with expert knowledge of its functionality, including self-service, leave management, workflows and user security profiles? This is an exciting opportunity, reporting into the Head of People Services, to lead the Systems and MI team to deliver pro-active end user-focused service to internal stakeholders and the business. You will lead the team, managing improvement to people systems, providing analytics, implementing improvements and efficiencies. This People Systems and MI Manager role can be based in a number of locations in either Mid Kent, Greater or Central London. Hybrid Working (min 2 days in the office) and some travel to other sites As a People Systems and MI Manager, you will be involved in: Supporting a project to transition from on-premise ResourceLink to their HCM Cloud product, improving and maximising functionality to deliver enhanced business processes and efficiencies Leading on ensuring our People Systems (core HR system is Zellis ResourceLink) are fit for purpose, integrate with other systems and are used to optimal capacity with maximum benefit across the team and organisation, supporting high quality management information, reporting, efficient processes and workflows. Ensuring data integrity within our core People Systems as the authoritative database for colleague information that feeds other information systems, ensuring control systems are in place to maintain integrity, consistency, functionality, data security and compliance Managing system upgrades, user testing, and updating procedures Conducting regular gap analysis reviews to ensure our people systems are properly utilised and continue to be fit-for-purpose Sharing knowledge within the team to ensure continuous development and improvement in the service that is offered As a People System SME, providing support and guidance to the People Shared Services Team and assisting with the delivery of systems-related training for the People & Culture Team and wider organisation, where required Managing the team to provide end-user focused, timely, accurate reports, dashboards and MI in line with management requirements using Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Cognos and other data tools. The Benefits: 35 hours per week Personalised learning and development opportunities including study support for qualifications and apprenticeships. Get discounts at your favourite retailers through Perkz, including a variety of outlets, activities and more. Life Assurance x3 annual base Long service awards Healthcare cash plan 10% of basic salary as a contribution to your pension. 27 days per year, plus bank holidays. Additional day off during your birthday month. This goes up to 30 days with your length of service. You can also buy and sell holiday if you wish. Employee Assistance Programme Your experience of working with and managing Zellis ResourceLink, advanced skills of MS Applications including PowerBI and People Management skills will ensure success in this role. If this People Systems and MI Manager opportunity sounds of interest, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you a Senior HR Advisor looking to take that next step to a People Business Partner in a true HR generalist role? Are you looking to work within a supportive team where you will be able to add value, develop and make a difference? You will report into a Deputy Director of People and have responsibility for a People Coordinator. Salary + 33 Days Annual leave + BH - HYBRID WORKING People Business Partner (Senior HR Advisor) Responsibilities include: Develop and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships and provide a consultancy service to specified groups of management and staff, establishing customer requirements, and identifying and facilitating the resolution of specific People issues Proactively manage sickness by advising managers and employees on absence management procedures, liaise with occupational health providers as required, and assist managers with health-related risk assessments. Manage individual employee relations cases relating to disciplinaries, grievances and capabilities Support the development and maintenance of a performance management culture, coaching, developing, and supporting managers through performance management processes Provide appropriate guidance to managers in all aspects of workforce planning and implement appropriate recruitment and selection methods to attract suitably qualified and experienced candidates Responsible for conducting the People-related induction of new managers, with the People Officer otherwise acting as the first point of contact in relation to the requirements of the induction and probation procedures Ensure the management of staff CPD information in conjunction with the Teaching & Learning department Lead on specific projects, as required by the Deputy Director of People / Director of People. Oversee the People Resources Coordinators preparation of offer letters, contracts, and variations, etc., including their timely preparation of documentation for Payroll and accurate input of this information into the HR & Payroll system. For this Business Partner (Senior HR Advisor) role, you will have CIPD Level 5 qualification and at least 2 years of experience working at HR Advisor level. Your confidence, excellent communications skills and highly organised nature will ensure success in this role. If you think you would be interested, please forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you ready to bring your drive and passion for Learning and Development to make a real impact in a transformative, engaged and values-led business? You will be working under an inspiring People Director and alongside an enthusiastic and committed HR team of 7. The business has gone through significant transformation over the last 4 years, and this role presents an exciting opportunity to deliver the Learning and Development strategy to create empowered and performing teams. You will be instrumental in developing people capability in the business, through strategic partnership with Stakeholders, identifying Talent and growing Talent to support succession planning. This Learning and Development partner role offers Hybrid working and flexible start/leave times As a Learning and Development partner, some responsibilities will include: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the operational needs of the business to work with Department managers, supporting them to identify skills and learning needs. Completing gap analysis through reviewing current competency levels and looking ahead to future business requirements, innovation, and educational opportunities. Work with the Human Resources Partner and Department managers to identify talent within the business. Create competency-based Personal Development Plans to inspire, stretch and grow talent to support succession planning and talent management. Reviewing outcomes for success Work with the Human Resources Partner and Department managers to identify talent within the business. Create competency-based Personal Development Plans to inspire, stretch and grow talent to support succession planning and talent management. Reviewing outcomes for success Monitor the learning and development budget, in line with the delivery of the annual learning and development plan Ensure that statutory requirements for competency are maintained and met across the organisation Report on the performance of L&D to Managers Be an active member of a cross-functional team, working as part of a matrix structure within the project environment Champion Brand and be an ambassador for the Company and their values What you will get: Base salary £50k Hybrid/flex working policy Private healthcare after 6 months completion of probation Discretionary bonus average 5% of annual salary 6 x death in service Match contribution pension up to 15% employer contribution 25 days annual leave + day off for birthday and 8 days bank holidays You will have: CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent learning and development qualification Proven experience of managing Apprenticeships and Graduate schemes Experience in analysing development needs, designing and delivering and evaluating projects. Ideally, experience of working in a fast-paced, diverse sector similar to manufacturing, logistics, FMCG, engineering, etc If the role sounds like something you feel you could add value to and you want to contribute to continued succession, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Are you an agile HR Business Partner immediately available immediately to cover a period of absence? We have an immediate requirement for a capable HR Business Partner level to work closely with the People Director on a number of changes/project-related work which is currently taking place within the organisation. You will be able to work independently, be a self-starter who can quickly learn a new organisation and be able to provide pragmatic HR solutions. This position offers HYBRID (3 days Office Base) Short-term Interim cover - Initial 1-month FTC Responsibilities will vary but could include: Picking up managerial support for the ER, Talent and HR Operations teams. Review and sign off on contracts with procurement for external provider changes. Supporting a senior manager with team changes including performance management support, addressing behaviours not aligned with organisational culture Provide HR partnering advice around training and workforce planning Support key stakeholders around outsourcing projects and support with the internal administration process, gaining feedback and completion. Ad hoc HR Business Partnering duties to drive HR Improvement, research and gathering workforce data, coaching and guiding leaders around HR-related matters. Do you think the above aligns with your experience? If you feel you could add value and support in a role such as this, please forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Do you want to work for an organisation that values friendly and respectful environments that fully support flexible working? Would you be interested in a 12-month FTC where you will have a high degree of impact to work on interesting, challenging and varied HR work across the whole employee experience. Take a look at some more details below: 12-month FTC Flexible Hybrid working (minimum 4 days per month in the office) As a People Advisor, you will: Responsible for advising on, planning and running recruitment campaigns from start to finish Act as the first point of contact and advice for operational HR matters including, managing and advising on sickness absence; probation, flexible working, performance management, maternity leave process Support the delivery of the Learning and Development Strategy and employee engagement plans Process information about starters, leavers and changes in the HR system Monitor and manage probation periods, sickness absence triggers and end of fixed-term contracts within the system for the people and provide any necessary advice or support, before passing on admin and processing to the Shared Service for action What is required: Educated to Degree level (or equivalent level experience) Associate CIPD member or working towards this (or equivalent level experience) Demonstrable experience of providing HR generalist support within a busy, diverse HR function Experience of managing end-to-end recruitment processes with multiple stakeholders Demonstrable experience of using HR Information Systems What you will get: Hybrid Working is the agreed way of working. They work from the office for a minimum of four days per month. Option to work from the office more and attendance expected when there is a team or organisational events Up to 31 days annual leave, plus a holiday transfer scheme Up to 12% employer s pension contribution Parental leave and flexible working policies Plus a range of additional benefits, including discounts and rewards If this HR Advisor (People Advisor) opportunity sounds of interest, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy