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At Environment Bank, we're working together to help restore natural habitats across England. With thousands of acres of new habitat creation already underway, our projects are delivering biodiversity gains and helping vital ecosystems to recover and flourish.
Our diverse team includes ecologists, land managers, habitat specialists, geospatial analysts, planning advisors, account managers, digital creatives, legal experts, and more.
From our habitat specialists to our sales and marketing teams, everyone at Environment Bank is a champion for our values, working towards our goal of reversing biodiversity loss.
Environment Bank is a market-leading organisation in a sector that's experiencing rapid growth. We've already built a highly skilled team of experts and we're actively looking to expand our team in the coming months.
We're incredibly proud of all we achieved so far and we're still growing. If you'd like to be part of a driven organisation that's making a real difference, find your next role with the team at Environment Bank.
About The Role
As a Senior People Partner, you will be a key strategic advisor within the organisation, working closely with the leadership team, and reporting into the Director of People & Operations. You will align people initiatives with our business objectives. You will play a vital role in shaping our culture, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a high-performance environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR expertise, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of organisational dynamics.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a strategic partner to the senior leadership team, providing HR guidance, support, and expertise across various functions
* Collaborate with business leaders to define and execute people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and retention
* Provide mentorship and support to managers and staff on HR-related matters, including performance management, employee relations, and career development
* Lead organisational development initiatives, including talent management, succession planning, and workforce planning
* Implement and enhance employee engagement programs to create a positive workplace culture that fosters collaboration and innovation
* Utilise data and metrics to assess HR effectiveness and inform decision-making processes related to people management
* Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations and promote best practices in HR policies and procedures
* Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure a culture of respect, equity, and belonging
EDI & Belonging
At the heart of Environment Bank are the people, who make it all possible. We employ individuals who share the same passion to live our Environment Bank mission and values.
At Environment Bank we believe that fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us more innovative, dynamic, and competitive. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is valued and respected, free from discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
Requirements
What we need from you
* Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or equivalent senior HR role, with experience of managing HR teams
* Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment legislation
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
* Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change within an organisation
* Experience in performance management, talent development, and organisational design
* Proficiency in using HR data and analytics to inform decision-making
* Professional HR qualification (CIPD or equivalent) is preferred
* Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
As an organisation, we believe that work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced, so we're creating a space where our team can thrive, both personally and professionally - providing flexible working arrangements, mental wellbeing support, and more.
We offer:
* Performance-based annual bonus up to 10% of salary
* Pension scheme with employer-matched contributions at 6% of salary
* 30 days of annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, birthday, and wellbeing day
* Option to purchase 5 additional days of annual leave after probation
* Remote and hybrid flexible working options
* Regional and departmental team co-working days
* Expenses-paid Whole Company Meet Twice a Year
* Team fundraising and charity events
* Ongoing career development with training and mentoring
* Medical cash back scheme to cover everyday healthcare costs
* Employee assistance mental wellbeing support
* Enhanced sickness pay allowance
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Human Resources
* Industries: Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education
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