HR Employee Partner in Plymouth

Date Posted:

2026-09-24

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Plymouth, Plymouth

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

At Collins Aerospace,we’reredefining aerospace and defence solutions through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. As part of a global network of industry experts, our teams work oncutting-edgetechnologies that shape the future of aviation and space.

We are currently seeking an experienced and strategic HRPartnerto join us as HR Employee Partner,supporting one of our key regions– the South of England in theUK&I;principally aligned to our Mission Systems site in Plymouth.As such, the role will require travel to other locations approximately 30–40% of the time.

We’reon an exciting journey of HR transformation, creating a more connected, business-focused HR function.In this role, you will act as a trustedand visible HRpartner toemployees,managersand key stakeholders to deliver high quality, commercially focused HR service.You’llbuild strong relationships, coach and challenge managers, support organisationalchangeand help embed new ways of working as the HR model evolves.

What you will do:

• Employee &labourrelations:Build positive employee andlabourrelations,monitorengagement trends, manage grievances and collective bargaining agreements, and support union negotiations and works council obligations.

• HR compliance & risk:Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR policies,providepolicy guidance, support workforcechanges,and ensure fair and consistent application of HR practices.

• Leadership coaching & people processes:Coach and advise leaders on building high-performing teams, managing performance and conflict, navigating change, and completing key HR processes such as compensation,developmentand performance management.
  
• Complex problem solving & employee relations:Proactivelyidentifyand resolve workplace and performance issues, conduct objective HR investigations, administer corrective/disciplinary action, educate on HR processes, and support the business in managingworkforcerisks.

Skills and Capabilities Definition:

• Leadership, coaching & influence:Coach and mentor leaders and teams to build high performance, navigate change, and make effective decisions. Influence stakeholders and guide decision-making.

• Communication & data storytelling:Clearly communicate complex information and insights, using data, businesscontextand storytelling to influence leaders. Adapt communication style to different audiences andobjectives.

• Culture, engagement & employee experience:Shape and strengthenorganisationalculture and employee experience to support business strategy. Help leaders create engaging,productiveand positive working environments.

• Project & change management:Plan and deliver projects effectively, managing scope, timelines,budgetsand stakeholders. Support change adoption andorganisationaltransformation.

• Problem solving &organisationaleffectiveness:Identifyand implement practical people and process solutions that improve performance. Apply best practices in team effectiveness,organisationaldesignand operational improvements.

• Employee relations & investigations:Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including workplace concerns and misconduct investigations. Gather evidence objectively and provideappropriate solutionsand advice.

• Labourrelations:Build constructive relationships with unions and employee representatives. Advise leaders on collective bargaining agreements, grievances, arbitrations, works councils and social dialogue.

• HR compliance & regulation:Understand and apply employment laws,HRpoliciesand regulations, ensuring fair and compliant practices while staying current with legislative changes.

• Business acumen & strategic alignment:Understand business priorities and ensure people initiatives,programmesand projects directly supportorganisationalobjectivesand the broader people strategy.

Qualifications / Experience You Must Have:

• Preferably degree-educated with a relevant HR Qualificationsuch as CIPD
• Substantial experience with EmployeeRelationsprocesses

Why Choose Us:

This role enablesyouto enhanceyourcareer throughtheopportunity to work across a broad range of employee and organisationalmatters,providingpragmatic HR adviceand supporting managers to create an environment where people can perform, develop and thriveto achieve their best.

Work Location Requirements:

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid:Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. The rRatio of time working onsite will bedeterminedin partnership with your leader.

You will provide regular on-site support at the Collins Plymouth site whilst also supporting other sites and varied HR Employee Partner requirements across England primarily within the south.As a result,there will bea requirement totraveltoour siteswithin the UK.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays +optionto buy / sell up to 5 days per year
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme with 2:1 matchedcontributionsup to 10%
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan - (dental/optical/therapy/chiropody/health screening)
• Life Assurance & Group Income protection scheme participation
• Professional Development & Growth
• Support with professional fees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts& Flexible Benefits Platform
• Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses
• and much more!

Be a part of HR Transformation and help shape what comes next!

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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