At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead people and culture strategy, partnering with leaders to drive results and enhance employee experience.
- Company: Join KFC, a beloved brand with a rich history and a commitment to its people.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, wellness initiatives, and a 25% discount on KFC meals.
- Other info: Embrace a fun, collaborative environment where your unique contributions are celebrated.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team that values originality and makes a real impact on workplace culture.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in people and culture roles, strong coaching skills, and a passion for talent development.
The predicted salary is between 9.9 - 12.1 £ per hour.
Welcome to KFC. Since 1939, we’ve been bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to the world, and today we’re proud to be in over 1000 communities across the UK & Ireland. But without our people, none of it would be possible. Just like our recipe, they’re all original.
We are looking for a Head of People & Culture Business Partner to join us at Team KFC. If you put people at the heart of what you do and are motivated to drive results through talent management, organisational effectiveness and culture, we want to hear from you! The Head of People & Culture Business Partner plays a crucial role in the execution of our People & Culture Strategy. In this position, you’ll partner with C-suite business leaders and their functions at our Restaurant Support Centre (RSC) to align organisational and functional strategies, goals and priorities with our vision and values. You’ll advise and coach managers and employees in all aspects of the employee life cycle.
You are a people person in the truest sense of the meaning, so you understand that when supporting people, it is essential you treat people as people, not just a resource. You rebel against boring ‘HR’ norms, you are obsessive about the experience we provide. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our RSC in Woking 2 days a week.
Buckets Of Benefits
- Flexible, hybrid working with our Restaurant Support Centre located in Woking, Surrey – a 24-minute train ride from London Waterloo.
- Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution.
- ‘Fri-Yay’ time – finish up at 1pm every Friday, all year round.
- Live Well Days - 5 days per year to disconnect from our day-to-day (in addition to 25 days annual leave and bank holidays).
- You can buy or sell up to 5 extra days of your core annual leave allowance each year.
- After 5 years’ service, annual holiday allowance increases to 30 days.
- Bonus – We work hard and do our best work to succeed together.
- Wellness– Access to lots of wellbeing initiatives and programmes, including Telus Health, and 1:1 Mental Health coaching sessions.
- Private healthcare, including access to Digital GP, with the option to increase to include family cover.
- Flexible and Voluntary benefits including Dental Insurance, Health Screening and Gym Discounts.
- Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and income protection insurance.
- Study Support may be available for job-related qualifications.
- Parental Leave – Enhanced paid leave and flexible return to work options.
- Colleague Discount – 25% discount.
Our Commitment to You
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do our teams. We value, support, and celebrate the things that make Team KFC authentic and original. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in our industry such as women, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
What you’ll do
- Operate as a Strategic Partner to leaders & coaches.
- Partner with functional leaders to shape and deliver the people strategy.
- Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior leaders.
- Lead organisation design and workforce planning.
- Shape and embed a high-performance, values-led culture across the RSC.
- Shape and drive enterprise-wide change and transformation initiatives.
- Become an Employee Champion acting as a key contact for our teams.
Experience
10+ years of business partnering experience in a People and Culture Generalist role at a senior level. Demonstrated experience in influencing senior management and leadership teams, and ability to strategically solve problems. Strong coaching and facilitation skills experience. ER experience and knowledge of existing and upcoming employment legislation. Self-starter & ability to navigate. Talent Architecture & Succession Planning - Building strong leadership pipelines.
Be Original
At KFC, everyone gets a seat at our table. We take ambition seriously. You’ll be treated with respect and supported in everything you do. There are all kinds of opportunities at KFC. Ready to apply? If you are ready to bring your passion, skills, and dedication to KFC, we encourage you to apply now.
Don’t tick all the boxes? Don’t worry. If you don’t match all the criteria for the role and still think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Locations
Head of People and Culture Business Partner in Surrey, Woking employer: KFC
KFC in the United Kingdom is an excellent employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, where team leaders are empowered to inspire their crew and create memorable experiences for guests. With a focus on personal growth and development, employees benefit from comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement within the company. The dynamic environment encourages collaboration and innovation, making it a rewarding place to work for those who thrive in a fast-paced setting.
