HR Business Partner in London

• General information
• Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain.

As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network.

With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world.

In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue.

GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group.

This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.

• Reference
• 2026-18124
• Line Of Business
• CONTRACT LOGISTICS
• Type of assignment
• Full-time Regular
• Function
• Support function - Human Resources
• Job title
• HR Business Partner
• Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Job description

Ensure that the HR function supports and partners with the business efficiently as an internal supplier, by providing KPIs which measure HR activity and efficiency

• Develop, Implement, and provide all the HR KPIs needed for the area of the business this role supports.
• Provide HR advice and support on a wide range of strategic and operational Human Resources issues to the senior operational teams in Ireland and when necessary, in the UK.
• Work with operational team to devise development and succession plans
• Establish effective and credible relationships with Directors and Senior Management across the organisation.
• Support the HR Department on implementation and update of company-wide HR policies, HR information system including self-service models where appropriate
• Responsible for maintaining an accurate database of site employees: HRIS record; personnel files including training records and the HR systems etc.
• Promote and drive the employee engagement agenda, particularly by assisting with completion and execution of engagement plans.
• Responsible for managing the relationship with the temporary staff suppliers (Agencies), dealing with headcount requirements and agreed rates are competitive, particularly during high season, training and development requirements etc.
• Manage all the potential risks linked to employee relations and employment laws and escalate to the HR Director where required.
• Facilitate the management of all disciplinary and employment law related situations on site.
• Oversee and deliver management of local consultation exercises (eg, redundancies, TUPE, Contractual changes etc).
• Develop and coach line managers in effective people management activities to ensure a focus on value-add priorities and dealing efficiently with HR operational activities.
• Oversee recruitment processes to attract, hire and retain top talent.

Collaborate with departments to anticipate what is needed.

• Ensure inclusive and unbiased hiring practices are followed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, resolving conflicts in a fair and compliant manner in line with company policies.
• Champion employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Develop and implement programs to improve employee morale, retention, and satisfaction.
• Manage Union – Company Relationship and lead negotiations on all agreements
• Provide recommendations to board management on IR/ER Issues.
• In conjunction with HR Director develop, review, and enforce HR policies and procedures in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labour laws and ensure compliance across the business.
• Oversee disciplinary and grievance procedures with fairness and consistency.
• Identify training needs and manage learning and development initiatives.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and support professional growth across the business.
• Applicant's profile
• Extensive experience in employment law
• Experience in understanding and supporting a payroll environment/department which provides a shared service approach preferably through a Payroll Managed Service Provider.
• Good knowledge and experience in dealing with types of ER issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, capability and conduct.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in delivering projects within tight/ critical deadlines. including (but not restricted to) restructure programmes, change agendas, TUPE / acquisition activities
• Experience of senior business partnering up to and including General/Regional Manager level.
• Experience of working with KPI's and understanding how to use them to benefit the business positively.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel other Microsoft Packages.
• Experience in a Unionised Environment and demonstrated experience in areas including (TUPE, Redundancy, EAT, RC and other Employment Law arenas).
• Confident Decision Maker.
• An aptitude to taking issues through to resolution.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to coach, support, train other members and to be a ‘change agent' Experience in working with matrix organisations with dual HR requirements and reporting on a local and international level.
• Qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (CIPD preferred).
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of labor legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience in strategic HR planning and execution.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a team.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and integrity.
• Working time (%)
• 100
• Position place
• Europe, United Kingdom, England, London, City of
• Location
• London Heathrow
• Candidate criteria
• Years of experience in similar position
• Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)
• Driving license
• N/A