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Human Resources Business Partner


Company : Hays


Location : London, London


Created : 2025-06-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Human resources Business Partner - specific experience in Hr matters and Legislation in the Republic of Ireland - but will be London based.Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.This role will benefit from our Hays Balanced Working agreement and will be based in one of our London or surrounding areas offices.At Hays, we believe in being long-term partners with our people as well as our customers. Together, we will work for your tomorrow, and the possibilities are endless.With over 50 years of business success, we have built a reputation as the world leader in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions. But joining Hays isnt just about being part of a global business leader; together with over 12,000 people across 33 countries, youll be making a difference in the world of work.Key Result Areas:We are looking for an individual with specific experience in Hr matters and Legislation in the Republic of Ireland although based will be London or the surrounding areas.Business Relationships & Strategic People PlanningBuild and maintain key business relationships with key stakeholders and the wider People teamUnderstand the business challenges, opportunities and context of the areas you support to ensure that you are a valued thinking partner, developing fit for purpose people plans and delivering relevant advice and guidance Provide advice and guidance to the leaders on employment matters, influencing management around the people agenda to maximise performancePerformance Management & DevelopmentChampion a high-performance culture through the effective management of goals/performance reviews, personal development plans etc. Support managers in conducting performance discussions and implementing performance improvement plans when necessary, building managers knowledge, skills and behaviours to create high performing teamsTalent Management & RecruitmentSupport the delivery of fit for purpose onboarding and induction to colleagues Review exit data to identify areas for improvement where appropriate Collaborate with business to embed our talent strategies, succession plans, and workforce planning to ensure the right talent is in place to meet current and future business needsIdentify high-potential employees and ensure development plans are in place to nurture their skills and career growth.CultureWork with your stakeholders to drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, morale, and satisfaction within the business functions.Partner with business leaders to create a positive work environment and foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging and wellbeing, providing active support and challenge as well as practical initiativesSupport annual employee engagement processProvision of Advice and Guidance/Employee RelationsProvide professional advice and coaching support in areas of people management and employment in line with appropriate HR policies and processes. Work with the wider People teams to ensure consistency in the management/resolution of employee relations issues End to end ownership of non-complex ER cases in business areasHR Data & Insight Gather and review data and find ways to provision this to stakeholders in a practical and useful way to support decisions related to workforce.Knowledge, qualifications and experienceExperience operating as a HR business partner to the operational business.Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, able to communicate and partner effectively with a variety of stakeholders in different functionsGood commercial acumen, leadership and transformational skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment An up-to-date and working knowledge of employment legislation, ideally with some knowledge of TUPE.Pragmatic: able to deliver HR guidance in a fast paced, complex environment, and communicates clearly and openly to win support. Business focused; able to deliver commercial solutions which also fit HR best practice requirements and demonstrate excellent operational planning skillsHighly organised Able to problem solve and challenge the norm whilst operating to HR best practice guidelinesCIPD qualified desirable but not essential Skills and Competencies Demonstrates behaviours that support and reflect the Hays values a team playerAnalyticalHighly organisedA true advocate and role model for equity, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing Commercial Strong intellect balanced by pragmatic, solution-oriented approachExcellent personal presentation and communication skillsAble to effectively manage and influence stakeholders at all levels Personal credibility, professional, approachable and outgoing Complete discretion and confidentialityGood forward-planning, can work under pressure and to deadlinesWhat you will get in returnIn addition, Hays Offers:Competitive compensation and reward packageStimulating and rewarding work at a time of significant organisational change.An inclusive culture built on rewarding success and the opportunity to influence your future career path.Flexible hybrid working patterns.Broad range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefitsCommunity of internal support networksPaid volunteering day for all employees under our Working for Your Tomorrow InitiativeLife at Hays presents the opportunity for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if youre thinking of a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, lets work together to create it!At Hays, we share a passion for creating a culture of opportunities for our people to flourish and succeed, whatever your background. We know that diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach, which encourages those experiences and views to be heard, is great for business and therefore your career.