Human Resources Business Partner

Join Ocado Logistics as our Regional People Partner

We are seeking a Regional People Partner (HRBP) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role involves travel across London and its surrounding areas, including Crawley, Weybridge and Erith. Travel expenses for train fares or car mileage will be reimbursed!

In this exciting role, you’ll collaborate closely with site leaders, managers, and our HR team to shape a thriving, inclusive culture that empowers our people to succeed. You will own the HR strategy acting as a consultative subject matter expert, playing a key role in shaping the employee experience, driving business performance, and fostering a supportive and innovative work environment.

Why Join Us as a People Partner at Ocado Logistics?

Work you will be proud of: Enhance the employee experience across multiple sites. Join Ocado as our People Partner and contribute your strategic thinking to high-impact HR initiatives that prioritize employee well-being, engagement, retention and satisfaction.

Be empowered: This role empowers you to develop and implement strategic HR solutions tailored to the unique needs of a specific site. Use your problem-solving skills to address challenges and drive continuous improvement and take true HR ownership.

Career Development: At Ocado Logistics we value your development. We want to see you shine and will support your growth along the way. 87% of our salaried roles are filled internally - highlighting our dedication to internal mobility and your career development.

As our People Partner you will:

• Shape the future of work at Ocado by driving key HR initiatives, including performance management, talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention.
• Collaborate with site leaders to optimize the employee experience and leverage data analytics to drive business results.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to implement innovative strategies in leadership development, talent management, diversity, and inclusion.
• Lead and execute regional HR projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and promoting a positive employee culture.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, ensuring compliance and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About You:

• You will be a data-driven people partner, with strong influencing skills. You should be an excellent problem-solver with analytical skills, able to translate operational goals into HR actions.
• Broad experience as a generalist HR professional including a working understanding of employee relations, recruitment, learning and development, and employee engagement.
• Strong communication skills are key, as you'll work across all employee levels, while your leadership, stakeholder management, and people management abilities will drive HR initiatives effectively.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation, and networking skills are essential, as is experience in conflict resolution.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and HR databases is required, along with flexibility in working hours, and a full driving license. A CIPD qualification is desirable.
• Our sites operate 24/7; to support this we need individuals with a full UK driving license and flexibility to work outside of traditional working hours.

You may be currently working or have experience as a: People Partner, Human Resources Business Partner, HR Manager.

Key Skills

• Effective communication and leadership
• Problem-solving and initiative
• Resilience and attention to detail
• Business acumen and planning
• Team player with drive and energy

What we Offer

• Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after five years, with the option to purchase additional days.
• 15% discount on Ocado.com and free midweek delivery.
• Opportunities for career development in a growing, innovative business.

Next Steps

Once you apply, our friendly Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If successful, our team will contact you to schedule an informal conversation to discuss your suitability for the role and answer any questions you may have.

Join Ocado Logistics, where the possibilities are endless.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.