People Business Partners work closely between the People team and the business, aligning People functions with organisational goals.  They collaborate with line managers to address workforce needs on a pro-active basis.  Implementing People initiatives and managing talent and development approaches, that achieve shared organisational objectives, enhancing performance and well-being of the organisation.

They will have an excellent understanding of the organisation, its strategy, customers and the people challenges.  They act as a point of people expertise, implementing specific people approaches to meet the challenges of that area.

Accountabilities

• Ensuring the people strategy is implemented within their area.
• Work with the business to retain top talent through recruitment, onboarding and talent development programmes.
• Handle employee relations issues, working with the area to resolve conflict and maintain a positive work environment.
• Implement performance management systems, provide feedback, and assist in creating development plans for employees.
• Collaborate on initiatives to enhance organisational effectiveness, culture, and employee engagement.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and compliance with legal regulations and assist in HR policy development.
• Support the organisation through periods of change, assisting in managing transition e.g. TUPE, Restructuring, Talent mgmt. and Succession planning.
• Consult weekly with business leaders, preparing data, analysing trends and metrics in partnership with the People group to develop solutions and improve workforce efficiency.
• Develop learning material and deliver practical training sessions to the area in line with development needs.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance e.g., coaching, counselling on improving performance, career development, disciplinary actions.