HR Business Partner – 3 months FTC

Lead the People added value, transactional, ethical and compliance agenda/activity to ensure the required standards are achieved
Partner with the leadership team to ensure the right development and succession planning is in place to achieve the strategic priorities
Provide developmental support, coaching and direction to line managers to ensure colleagues perform to expected results, and that clear guidance is given on approaches to building capability
Work with functional leads, enabling line managers to drive accountability at the appropriate level and supports the managers to achieve this
Interpret HR Policy, support and coach managers in the practical implementation of HR practice and employment legislation to ensure compliance and consistency
Provide a professional advisory service that gives effective solutions to people issues ensuring a balance between individual and business needs
Lead the regular review, planning and activation of labour needs and utilisation in line with business needs over the short to long term
Engage with all relevant trade unions or colleague representatives on matters relating to Terms and Conditions, negotiations and general consultations
Provide leadership and direction to the HR team to ensure that people are engaged, focused and delivering their potentialJob DescriptionYou may not have heard of us, but we're sure you've tried our products. We're a vibrant, fast–paced leading food manufacturer. Employing c. 11,500 colleagues across 16 manufacturing sites we supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals.

Here at Northampton, we have a team of around 2,700 colleagues. We are the sole supplier of sandwiches, wraps, baguettes, rolls, sushi and the new range of salads for Marks & Spencer.

Our Northampton site has two restaurants with hot food available to all our colleagues.

We are currently looking to hire an HR Business Partner initially on a 3 month contract.

What we're looking for
CIPD membership and qualification or time served in HR
Proven experience in HR leadership, within a multi–functional unionised manufacturing environment
Up to date knowledge of employment legislation
Proactive, organised and able to work flexibly in order to meet deadlines and have the drive to deliver results
Ability to engage and give added value information
Experience working with a diverse workforce
Experience of leading and developing your own teamIf this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and job–related benefits
Holidays
Pension up to 8% matched
Company share save scheme
Greencore Qualifications
Exclusive Greencore employee discount platformThroughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career