People & Culture Business Partner

Job Description: Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and fast-paced business? We're seeking an experienced and commercially minded People & Culture Business Partner to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Working closely with leaders across the business, you'll provide strategic people support, navigate complex employee relations matters and help drive a high-performance culture.,

• Partner with leaders and managers to provide strategic and operational People & Culture support.
• Build strong relationships across the business, acting as a trusted advisor on a broad range of people matters.
• Partner with managers to proactively address people challenges and lead complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, long-term sickness, capability, AWOL and tribunal-related matters.
• Coach and develop managers to build confidence and capability in managing people effectively.
• Support organisational change initiatives, driving engagement and ensuring successful implementation.
• Provide clear and pragmatic guidance on employment legislation, policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider People & Culture function to ensure a seamless and professional service.
• Analyse people trends and data to identify opportunities, risks and areas for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to key People & Culture projects and annual cyclical activities, including performance reviews, salary reviews and employee engagement initiatives.
• Share best practice and lessons learned to help improve people processes, policies and ways of working.
  
  This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate people professional who enjoys building strong relationships, influencing decision-making and delivering practical solutions that enhance both employee experience and business performance, CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent).
• Minimum 7 years' experience within Human Resources, Employee Relations, People & Culture or Business Partnering roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Proven experience managing complex Employee Relations casework.
• Experience partnering with leaders and managers to deliver business-focused people solutions.
• Ability to influence, challenge and coach stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  About Us: At Gregory Distribution, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading privately owned logistics and transport companies. With over 100 years of history, ambitious growth plans and a people-first culture, we know our success is built on the dedication and expertise of our colleagues.
  
  Competitive Salary: £40,000 - £43,000pa - depending on experience
• Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00.
• Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.