People Partner Senior

Job Advertisement: People Partner Senior

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Duration: Until end of 2026 (Potential to be extended)
Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you a seasoned HR professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic technology environment? Our client is seeking a People Partner Senior to join their People Success Team in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with senior management, drive employee engagement, and shape organisational culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with senior management, promoting best practises in people management.
• Project Leadership: Proactively identify and lead projects to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Coaching & Support: Partner with line managers to navigate employee relations issues, providing guidance on complex cases and acting as a point of contact for employee appeals across the UK.
• Consultation Support: Prepare for and support TUPE Consultation and Redundancy Consultations.
• Advisory Role: Provide information and advice to employees regarding company policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Performance Management: Collaborate with business leaders on performance management initiatives, merit reviews, and bonus plans.
• Change Management: Partner with leaders to implement changes through organisational restructuring.
• Global Collaboration: Work with the global People and Culture community to drive initiatives and contribute to specific projects.
• Acquisition Support: Assist with due diligence and integration for potential acquisitions.
• Self-Service Promotion: Actively promote manager self-service as part of integration activities.

Position Requirements:

• Employee Relations: Extensive senior employee relations experience, including negotiations and handling sensitive legal issues.
• Legal Knowledge: In-depth understanding of UK employment law and HR practises, with experience in developing HR policies and procedures in response to new legislation.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills; credible at senior levels and able to challenge the status quo effectively.
• Coaching Ability: Proven experience in leading and developing junior colleagues or direct reports is advantageous.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office programmes.
• Senior HR Experience: Proven experience at a Senior HR Advisor or HR Manager level is required.
• Adaptability: Ability to work under pressure and thrive in ambiguous situations.
• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is essential.

What We Offer:

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation where your HR expertise will be valued. If you are a strong team player with a can-do attitude and are ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!

Join us in shaping the future of our client's workforce and make a lasting impact!

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