About the role In this role you will support the Opticians Business Unit and support the broader HR Function. Our role is to help the organisation deliver its corporate strategy and objectives by effectively managing our people processes. We develop and deliver initiatives to achieve business objectives and help to shape the structure of the organisation, focusing on creating a rewarding and engaging environment for our people to work and develop. Your role will be focused on partnering the business, understanding the Support office and Franchise context, and identifying the key people needs. You will then support them in addressing any areas of focus and in implementing key HR processes and programmes. This is a fast paced role with multiple priorities and there will be an opportunity to support a number of projects alongside your day to day role. This role also has line manager accountability for the HR Specialist. Reporting into Head of HR - Boots Opticians, you will: What you’ll need to have Know how to leverage technology, analyse data, work with multiple systems and develop reports. Be able to demonstrate presence and credibility within the organisation through excellent communication and influencing skills both verbal and written. Be able to communicate with and relate to people at all levels. Possess sensitive people skills; high level of emotional intelligence and wide understanding of people issues. Have the ability to recognise boundaries of own expertise to act in an empowered way but seek guidance when appropriate. Be able to prioritise and plan with the ability to make sound judgments about issues that may have an adverse effect on the business from a people perspective. Possess Strong project management and IT skills It would be great if you also have HR Business Partnering experience - Essential CIPD Qualified Level 5 or equivalent experience – Would be an advantage Experience of working in a clinical / regulated environment – Would be an advantage Coaching qualification or desire to explore this- Would be an advantage Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more. Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better. What's next Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.