HR Business Partner

As an HR Business Partner, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the Management team across a diverse range of HR matters and employee relations activities. Your commitment to maintaining impeccable HR administration standards ensures efficiency and upholds confidentiality.

Offering a position with flexible hours ranging from 34 to 42.5 hours per week, salary up to £44,000 dependent on experience. This opportunity is well-suited for individuals residing in Colchester, Ipswich, Sudbury, and the surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner:

HR Administration:

* Execute all HR administrative tasks promptly and accurately (e.g., filing, letters, payroll, maternity, paternity, onboarding, offboarding).

* Maintain data integrity and confidentiality in the HR database and Time Management System.

* Administer core processes (Performance reviews, Talent Review, Engagement survey).

* Manage benefit schemes (Flexible benefit portal, BUPA, Cycle to work scheme).

* Handle Long Service Awards and employee engagement initiatives.

* Oversee company pension scheme administration.

* Provide regular HR data reporting for the European executive committee.

* Own the HR element of the SMETA audit.

* Be the first point of contact for employee queries.

* Develop and maintain an annual health and wellbeing calendar.

Resourcing:

* Lead recruitment efforts for all employees, including advertising and participating in interviews.

Employee Relations:

* Provide professional HR advice and support aligned with business goals.

* Assist Line Managers with ER matters (grievance, disciplinary, performance, absence management).

* Champion the absence management process.

* Review and update HR policies .

* Coordinate with Occupational Health for compliance.

* Guide managers on people processes.

* Lead the annual pay review process and administer bonuses.

Organisational Capability:

* Identify training needs and support employee development.

* Assist with competency reviews.

* Support Engineering Apprenticeship programs.

Experience Required:

* Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.

* Broad HR Generalist skill set (recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management).

* Minimum of a CIPD Level 3 qualification working towards level 5 or equivalent with relevant experience or degree in relevant subject.

* Proven ability to work proactively, adapt to change, and manage a complex workload.

* Effective communication and influencing skills.

* Experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

* Strong PC skills (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Advanced Excel).

* Flexibility for 24/7 support if needed

* Logical thought process for effective problem-solving