About the job
The People Partner will work closely with the Director of People and Culture in all things people-related, providing expert advice, coaching, and support to ensure our managers lead their teams effectively, drive performance, and create an inclusive high-performing culture.
This role will champion the mkodo culture, support the mkodo team, and help every team member succeed. Working within a small People team, this is a hands-on fast-moving role – that requires a pragmatic, people-focused approach and passion for creating a great employee experience. ❤️
What it's like working at mkodo ✨
What You'll Be Doing…
* Acting as partner, advisor and role model to all our team, championing our values and culture code.
* Own, manage, and resolve employee relations issues in a kind and effective way ensuring that best practices and employment laws are followed.
* Create, maintain, and manage the delivery of a consistent performance management framework, that focuses on embedding mkodo values and enhances our culture, including objective setting, and mid-year and end-of-year reviews.
* Provide monthly People related reports on key metrics such as employee attendance, turnover rates, recruitment progress, and employee performance.
* Responsible for planning, implementing, and directing HR programs and projects to align with business strategies e.g. annual volunteer days, ED&I initiatives, etc.
* Lead and develop a proactive Learning & Development program, working with each department to understand requirements.
Check out the full details, including day-to-day duties and responsibilities on our website: mkodo careers
We’d love to hear from you if…
* You have CIPD Level 5 or 7 Qualification (degree, diploma, qualification).
* You have strong experience within HR as an Advisor or Business Partner, preferably within the private sector.
* You are a people-centric person – you genuinely care about helping others succeed and creating a great place to work.
* You have confidence and credibility - someone who can establish connections and trust quickly and build relationships, influencing and coaching peers and leaders.
* You are an agile & a problem-solving person – you are resourceful, adaptable, and solution-focused – no textbook HR!
* You have excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to initiate challenging discussions where appropriate.
Desirable Experience:
* Experience in leading Succession Planning.
* A strong L&D background.
* Experience within the Technical or IT industry.
* Implementation of Performance Management programs.
What’s in it for you?
Annual Leave – 23 days holiday, plus all bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year of service, after 3 years (up to 29 days), Birthday Day-Off, Extra day-off over Christmas, Annual volunteer day.
Recognition & Rewards - Annual Performance Bonus and Profit Share Scheme, Tech Loan, Length of Service rewards – 5 & 10 year clubs!
Hybrid Working (1-2 days per week office-based minimum) either in our London or Newcastle office
Group Income Protection
❤️Life Insurance
Salary Sacrifice Pension, with 6% employer contribution match
Health & Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Smart Health GP Access, Cycle to Work scheme, Bi-Annual Health Check, Digital Nomad policy – allowing you to work from anywhere for 4 weeks per year.
Growth and Development – Relevant individual training budget and the opportunity to grow within a dynamic and supportive team.
Generous refer a friend scheme.
➕ Plus lots more! Read our full list of benefits.
About us
We have an open, supportive, dynamic culture where talented people are trusted to contribute to the team and company by carrying out their roles in a professional, collaborative, and skilled manner. We value the expertise of our team members and offer opportunities for personal development and career progression within the company.
If this is the opportunity you have been waiting for, to work in a fast-paced company with innovative products and cutting-edge technology, please apply now.
The candidates must be eligible to work in the UK as no visa sponsorship can be provided.