Head of HR - London, United Kingdom - PZ Cussons UK

PZ Cussons UK

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good.

Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers.

Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St.

Tropez.

POSITION SNAPSHOT

Job title:
Head of HR - Beauty

Location:
London

Contract type:
Permanent

WHO ARE WE
Throughout our 135-year history, we have successfully adapted and evolved to the constantly changing consumer, market, and economic environments.

Sustainability is at the heart of what we do because we know that to grow sustainably we must be a force for positive change.

We work together with our employees, communities, investors and our supply chain to embed a programme of continuous improvement in our environmental and ethical standards.

You will recognise some of our renowned, market-leading household names within the Hygiene, Baby and Beauty industry such as St.

Tropez, Fudge Hair and Sanctuary Spa.

If you want to join a business with really exciting growth plans, work flexibly but have the opportunity to collaborate in our stunning offices...

and have every Friday afternoon off Yes, we work half days on a Friday Then this is the right opportunity for you

The Role:

The Head of HR for our Beauty office is a key component to the success of the business and the development of its people.

They are a key member of the Beauty Leadership Team (BLT) and will be working alongside the wider UK and Beauty HR team.

It is an important role to ensure business performance and people priorities are constantly driving forward.

The Head of HR Beauty will also support the London and New York teams to implement local policies, processes and initiatives that are important for PZ Cussons development and growth.

The role is intended to support local leaders in embedding the PZ Cussons Purpose, Values and EVP to ensure that teams are engaged, happy and striving

Accountabilities:

Support the MD and HR Director in setting clear strategic direction to ensure that we are raising the bar daily
Payroll Budget control and monitoring to balance affordability throughout the fiscal year
Workforce and Headcount Planning, based on needs of the business, organisation design involvement, headcount and capability growth
Play a strategic people focused role in the Beauty Leadership Team by coaching, mentoring and influencing leaders to make the best decisions about their people
Work closely with HR Shared Services to ensure a strong and positive employee experience
Support Head of Talent and Learning to oversee and strengthen holistic talent and succession plans across Beauty and more widely.
Share responsibilities with Reward Lead to ensure a flawless execution of our annual reward cycle and policies
Act as a change leader/advocate for key projects including employee engagement to ensure we drive a highperformance culture
Successfully champions for Workday with Line Managers and employees, to drive usage and adoption for success
Participate in or lead Beauty HR initiatives/programmes/process/policy development including sitebased engagement activities
Collaborate with UK and Global teams on best practice to continuously improve and strive for the best
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and will change as per the business needs_

Key Skills and Attributes:

Significant experience as a HR Generalist
Solution focused with strong strategic skills
Passionate about working with people and developing their skills whilst establishing credibility all whilst seeking and giving feedback
Excellent communication skills with employees at all levels and the ability to challenge where necessary while acting with integrity
Strong employment law knowledge across the UK
Experience in Organisation Design & Development
Strong financial and analytical skills
Previous experience of using Workday desirable but not essential
Proven ability to work as an integrated member of a business team can give insight/opinion on wider range of business topics
Looks for opportunities to grow and develop self as well as others
Is resilient and doesn't give up despite obstacles to deliver commitments at high quality
Builds credibility and trust quickly with key stakeholders/leaders
Can define personal goals in line with organization priorities and reprioritise as per the changing needs of the business

We champion the wellbeing of our consumers: people, families, and communities everywhere. And protect the vitality of life, prevent harm, and eliminate waste. Now and for generations to come. Why? Because we strive to uphold the highest standards. And because it is the right thing to do.