The HR Business Partner (HRBP) at our Sheffield site, will collaborate closely with business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational objectives. With a deep understanding of the business's operations, challenges, and goals, the HRBP will develop and implement HR initiatives that support business growth and drive long-term success. Your role will include Strategic Alignment: Partner with business leaders to align HR strategies with overall organizational objectives. Leverage business knowledge to develop HR initiatives that support growth and success. Relationship Building: Establish strong relationships with business leaders, managers, and employees. Provide guidance and support on HR matters, acting as a trusted advisor. Contribute to workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development initiatives. Talent Management and Development: Identify skill gaps and develop succession plans. Implement talent development programs to ensure a skilled and engaged workforce. Support performance management efforts and provide career development guidance. Change Management: Participate in organizational change initiatives, such as restructuring, or process improvements. Provide guidance on change management strategies, communication plans, and employee engagement. Help employees navigate change and maintain productivity during transitions. Generalist HR Responsibilities: Broad HR Knowledge: Handle various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and HR policies. Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for HR-related inquiries, issues, and policies. Handle conflict resolution, investigations, and performance concerns. HR Administration: Manage day-to-day HR administrative tasks, such as maintaining employee records, processing payroll, managing benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures. Compliance and Policies: Stay updated with employment laws and regulations. Develop and implement HR policies, communicate them to employees, and provide guidance on compliance matters. Promote a positive work environment and uphold the organization's values. The skills and experience we are ideally looking for Educated to degree level or equivalent CIPD qualification, or qualified by experience Proven HRBP experience in a complex, matrix organisation experience gained within a manufacturing or distribution environment is essential Strong business acumen with a data driven mindset, and the ability to provide HR insights for strategic decision making Demonstrated ability to build excellent relationships with trade union partners. Proven experience in operational HR, with a strong knowledge of UK legislation, core HR processes such as performance management, talent management, recruitment & resourcing, employee relations, employment law, and organisational change. Our offer Work life balance Attractive compensation programme Cash Plan Medical and Private Medical Insurance Private Company Contributed Pension Salary Extras and the Opportunity to buy additional Annual Leave Life Assurance Opportunity to purchase Shares Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment Innovation leaders in the protective coatings industry Sherwin Academy offers continuous training programmes for all seniority levels Attractive wellbeing, mental health, women & inclusion and ID&E programmes ADZN1_UKTJ