Human Resources Business Partner

HR Business Partner

Are you ready to lead cultural transformation in a fast-paced FMCG environment?

Do you excel at balancing HR strategy with employee engagement and process improvements?

How passionate are you about driving Continuous Improvement in HR and operational processes?

MacGregor Black are partnering with an FMCG business, on the search for a HR Business Partner. This is a permanent role based in Craigavon.

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to support the business on-site for 5 days a week. In this role, you will be an essential link between HR and the business, helping to drive performance and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide both strategic and operational HR support, leading process improvement projects to enhance overall HR effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership: Partner with business leaders to ensure the HR strategy aligns with and supports the achievement of business goals. Provide strategic advice on people management and workforce planning.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify, lead, and participate in HR process improvement projects, focusing on optimising HR systems, processes, and workflows for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Employee Relations: Act as a key advisor on complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant resolutions in line with company policies and procedures.
• Talent Management: Lead talent management initiatives including succession planning, performance management, and employee development programs to support a high-performance culture and retain key talent.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure the business attracts and integrates the best talent. Collaborate with hiring managers to improve recruitment strategies and onboarding experiences.
• Learning & Development: Partner with the Learning & Development team to assess training needs, deliver development programs, and ensure continuous professional growth across the workforce.
• Compensation & Benefits: Provide support and advice on compensation strategies, salary benchmarking, and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business objectives.
• HR Data & Analytics: Leverage HR analytics to support data-driven decision-making, providing insights on trends such as turnover, absenteeism, employee engagement, and other key metrics.
• Process Improvement & Automation: Lead process improvement projects in HR operations, leveraging technology and tools to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve service delivery.
• Change Management: Support and lead organisational change initiatives, including restructures, cultural shifts, and process changes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication with employees.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and have equal opportunities for development and progression.
• Compliance & Best Practice: Ensure compliance with UK employment law and internal policies, continuously updating HR practices to align with legal requirements and industry best practices.

What We’re Looking For?

• Education: Degree in HR Management, or a related field. CIPD Level 5 or higher is preferred.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor, ideally in the manufacturing, FMCG, or a fast-paced environment. Experience with continuous improvement and process optimisation is highly desirable.
• HR Process Improvement: Proven experience in leading or participating in HR process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of UK employment law, employee relations, and HR best practices, with a proven ability to manage complex issues.
• Leadership & Influence: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Data & Analytics: Ability to interpret and use HR analytics to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Change Management: Experience in supporting or leading change management initiatives and driving cultural transformation within a business.

Salary up to £55k + benefits.

Please contact Alice Redmond for more information today.