We are looking for a proactive, engaging individual who is either a current HR Advisor someone with a high level of ER experience, looking to take the next step into a HR Business Partner position. The ideal candidate will be passionate, forward thinking and have a continuous improvement mindset. RESPONSIBILIES Develop strong commercial relationships with business leaders. Able to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, following due process providing guidance where appropriate for Mayflex, and when needed Routeco and Sonepar UK Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of associates. Provide performance management guidance to management. Provide guidance and input on restructures, workforce planning and succession planning. Identify training needs with the sales and commercial teams ensuring that any training provided adds value. Work with management to support recruitment needs, be proactive recruitment in sourcing candidates reducing time to hire and ensuring the recruitment through to end of induction is seamless and engaging. Ensure recruitment processes are followed and contract terms for new hires and promotions in line with company reward guidelines. Ensure that that any strategies developed within the People Pillar framework becomes embedded within the opco. Drive People initiatives, i.e DE&I, sustainability, wellbeing, development etc through relationships with business leaders. Where OpCos operate outside the UK, ensure Company compliance with local country regulations. In line with People KPI’s on retention ensure that exit and stay interviews are undertaken to provide data and insight to trends. Ensure that line management works in line with our values to ensure that our supportive culture is maintained, and we put ‘people first’. Assist with Projects and administration where needed WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING TO US? Ideally CIPD qualified, preferably level 5 or above Engaging interpersonal and communication skills, ability and confidence to communicate at all levels of the business. Skills in relationship building, influencing, and negotiating are essential Up-to-date knowledge of HR processes, employment law fundamentals, and recent developments 3 years experience in overseeing high level disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and appeal procedures 3 years experience in dealing with challenging individuals/situations 3 years experience in proactive recruitment Able to manage time and the demands of numerous tasks effectively Patient and with the ability to remain calm - firm but fair A natural influencer who is down to earth, open, energetic, and enthusiastic WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A competitive salary and bonus 25 days holiday a year with the ability to flex up to 5 days? Private Health Insurance You will also have the option of a healthcare cash plan and group life assurance Auto-enrolment in our pension scheme, 4% employee, ?5% employer contributions Volunteering scheme Sonepar Share Scheme Employee Discounts Portal Payroll Giving options with Company Contributions Bike to work Scheme Regular appraisals and development plan Continuous online and instructor led training & development. Wellbeing support including App and Hub Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave