Senior HR Business Partner (Fixed Term for Two Years)

Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Fixed Term for Two Years) Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive Salary We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey. About the role We’re looking for an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to lead key HR initiatives and complex case load, overseeing the compliance and pro-active management of employee relations issues across the Club and acting as a mentor to the wider team. Leading various initiatives such as compliance, employee wellbeing, engagement and retention and working closely with the Head of HR to deliver a people manager upskill programme, this role will be critical in the ongoing transformation of our Club wide people offering. Overseeing all ER casework to ensure consistency and fairness of approach this role will act as a sounding board and mentor for the wider HR Team, providing insights with the Head of HR on a regular basis. In collaboration with the Head of HR, this role will also have responsibility for the development and implementation of a Club wide, supportive mediation strategy. Your impact You will have significant experience as an HR business partnering and be comfortable managing complex ER cases to a positive resolution, mitigating risk and with a strong focus on employee wellbeing. As such, and in-depth knowledge of employment law / compliance and its practical application is critical. You will be comfortable making decisions flexible, risk based decisions you will have excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence and ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and external partners to deliver people centric organisational change. CIPD Level 7 and formal mediation training would be advantageous but not essential. About the team Reporting into our Head of HR you will join a growing and passionate People and Development Team who are on an exciting journey, continuing to transform our offering into a best in class, people centric, service. Interview Dates First stage Teams interviews will take place on Friday 20th December 2024. Final, in person, interviews are expected to take place on 14th January 2025. Why choose us? We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more. United As One We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential. Safeguarding We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with. How to apply To access the full job description for this role please click here . Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. **Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate. Job Expiry Date: 2024-12-16 12:00:00