HR Senior Business Partner in Essex

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior HR Business Partner to join our client’s team in a fast-paced organisation going through significant transformation. As a market leader in their industry, they are clear that HR needs to be refocused and modernised to become true partners to the business.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting their growth, transformation and strategic objectives, providing advice and guidance on the full range of HR strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-performing HRBP with a strong manufacturing or logistics background to make a significant impact in an organisation going through change.

You will play a pivotal role in aligning the company’s business objectives with employees and leaders in your region. Primarily focused on supporting manufacturing, logistics and engineering across multiple locations in the UK, you will report directly to the Head of HR partnering. You will act as a consultant to management on HR-related issues, drive HR initiatives, and implement strategies that enhance organisational effectiveness.

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, preservation and change of talent.
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organisation.
• Considerable project work focusing on creating a high-profile, high-quality people partnership with the business.
• Partner with regional leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives.
• Design and deliver programs that enhance business outcomes, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
• Provide expert guidance and consultation to management on employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and employee engagement, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess talent needs to attract and retain top talent.
• Facilitate succession planning, and ensure the development of employees through coaching, training, and development programs.
• Create and analyse HR data to identify trends, offer insights, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in employee performance and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement programs that increase employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction, promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Partner with talent acquisition teams to drive recruitment strategies and ensure smooth onboarding processes for new hires.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, actively managing and supporting high-level stakeholders across functions to achieve both local, national and global business goals.
• Drive the development and continuous improvement of the team, fostering a high-performance culture and enabling the team to deliver outstanding, value-driven support.
• Help create and develop the employee value proposition, enhancing talent attraction and retention efforts in alignment with our mission and values.
• Establish clear metrics and KPIs to assess HR program effectiveness, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making and strategic improvements.
• Collaborate with UK HR leaders to ensure consistency of approach.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.

Degree educated with a minimum of L7 CIPD or Masters in HR. Proven progressive experience as an HR Business Partner with a real understanding of what good should look like. Experience gained in manufacturing, logistics or industrial sector. Demonstrated industry knowledge and understanding of HR systems and databases - Workday. In-depth understanding of employment law and HR best practices. Excellent people management skills and a strong ability to adapt to change. Experience with talent management, succession planning, and workforce development. Familiarity with HR data analysis and using insights to drive HR strategies. Ability to travel regionally, including stays, as required. Strong track record of building and leading HR teams in a high-growth environment, with experience in developing high-performing, agile HR functions.