CTS and our range of independent UKAS accredited laboratories provide on-site testing and laboratory services to the construction, quarry products and civil engineering industries across the whole of the UK.
Our purpose-built laboratories are fully equipped to test the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of soils, aggregates, concrete and bituminous materials as well as other construction materials and products.
Our highly-trained technicians and engineers either visit sites and take representative samples for subsequent laboratory testing, or conduct in-situ field tests.
We are recruiting for a HR Business Partner to support a key organisation to one of our growing divisions. This is an exciting role with the opportunity to be involved in every aspect of the HR lifecycle. You will be responsible for working in close partnership with a number of stakeholders, at varied levels of seniority, in relation to the business's strategic people priorities.
Your Duties/Key Responsibilities
As a seasoned HR Business Partner your day to day remit includes:
* Gaining a deep knowledge and understanding of an aligned Group, using this to proactively identify internal / external influences, risks and opportunities and anticipate the needs of key stakeholders in order to provide expert HR advice and innovative and commercial solutions
* Building strong relationships with Partners and other managers, influencing and coaching senior stakeholders to drive high performance and design and implement key strategic initiatives relating to areas such as Talent, Performance Management, Diversity and Inclusion.
* In partnership with managers, taking ownership for developing and implementing the People Plan to support the achievement of business plans
* Responsible for designing and implementing change and transformation programmes across and for supporting Group wide HR BPs with similar activity: this may include organisation restructures and TUPE
* Responsible for supporting managers with case management for complex employee relations issues, including supporting with preparation of any employment tribunal claims
* Using Key metrics, trends and examples of good practice or procedure in the aligned business area and challenging and coaching the management team to improve.
* Work with senior stakeholders to anticipate Resourcing needs to ensure the delivery of agreed resource plans, designing and implementing interventions as necessary
* Taking an active role in Future Talent processes such as Apprenticeships and assessment centers
* Identify current and future skills gaps across the Group and design relevant interventions
* Working with payroll and Managers to ensure pay and rewards remain competitive and support strategic organisational objectives.
* Act as a key contributor within the Business Partnering teams, leading and contributing expertise to key projects and providing direction on strategy and operational plans to junior colleagues
* Analyzing and interpreting trends in management information to design appropriate interventions and initiatives
* Acting as a recognized expert in employment law, staying up-to-date on case law and best practice to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance
* Leading on annual processes to ensure fairness and consistency across the Firm including Salary Review, Promotions and Performance Grading
Your Skills and Experience
* An experienced HRBP with a track record of operating at a senior level within a HR team
* Proven experience of working in partnership, building strong working relationships and coaching and influencing senior managers in order to drive high performance
* Change management experience including experience of organization restructure and TUPE, project management and organisational skills
* Demonstrates strong business/commercial approach, understanding of business need and excellent knowledge of employment law
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas in a way that engages and influences positive outcomes.
* Able to demonstrate ability to solve complex problems
* Good IT skills with experience in Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft office packages
* Excellent technical HR Knowledge - CIPD qualified or relevant experience to demonstrate level of competence advantages
* Willingness to share knowledge and experience to mentor colleagues across the team
* A willingness to travel to different UK locations to support offices across the UK.
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