Senior HR Business Partner - Staines-upon-Thames, United Kingdom - IFS

Description

Position Overview:

We are looking for a knowledgeable Senior HR Business Partner with an emphasis on Project Management who will serve as a strategic partner to our global UK management team and influence HR projects across the South West region. This role requires a deep appreciation of HR values, coupled with the ability to drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement within a fast-paced software environment.

Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Partner closely with senior management to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Provide expert guidance and support to managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters, including performance management, employee relations, talent development, and organizational design.
• Steer the implementation of HR programs and initiatives, including talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, employee engagement, and diversity and inclusion efforts.
• Conduct thorough HR analysis to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive positive change.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of HR initiatives, maintaining alignment with company values and culture.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels, fostering open communication, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Lead and manage end-to-end HR projects across South West region, including but not limited to talent management, employee engagement, performance management, learning and development, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to ensure the successful execution of HR projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Utilize project management methodologies and tools to track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Act as a change agent by driving organizational change initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the HR function.
• Provide guidance and support to HR team members involved in project execution, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Work with internal stakeholders, including HR specialists, recruiters, and business leaders, to gather requirements, define project scope, and deliver innovative HR solutions.
• Analyze project outcomes and metrics to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement, providing recommendations for future initiatives.

• High level education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or CIPD qualified
• Proven Senior HRBP knowledge, preferably within the software or technology industry.
• Strong knowledge of HR values, practices, and employment law, with a history of applying sound judgment and discretion in complex HR situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and manage projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results, on time and on budget
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze data to inform decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
• Collaborative approach with a commitment to teamwork and building strong relationships across departments and functions.
• Proactive attitude with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive decision-making and measure project success.

Desirable:

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban, JIRA, Trello).

As a step in our recruitment process, all final candidates will undergo a personal profiling assessment to help us understand our future employees, please note that this is not a decision-making tool, & is used to supplement our recruitment process.

We respectfully decline all offers of recruitment and/or advertising assistance.