At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape workforce strategy and drive talent acquisition excellence in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation focused on innovative people solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for impactful change in a complex organisation.
- Why this job: Influence critical workforce decisions and partner with senior leaders for long-term success.
- Qualifications: Experience in workforce planning, talent acquisition, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 40 - 40 £ per hour.
Location: Plymouth (Hybrid Working - 3 Days Onsite)
Contract: 6 Months
Rate: £40 per hour (via Umbrella Company)
Security Clearance: BPSS required, with eligibility to obtain SC Clearance
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Partner to play a key role in shaping workforce strategy, driving talent acquisition excellence, and supporting organisational transformation within a complex and dynamic environment. This is an exciting opportunity to influence critical workforce decisions, partner with senior leaders, and deliver innovative people solutions that enable long-term business success.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Translate workforce plans into practical hiring and resourcing strategies.
- Ensure the right balance of permanent employees, contingent workers, and delivery partners to meet workforce objectives.
- Leverage workforce data, analytics, and insights to anticipate future capability requirements and address skills gaps proactively.
- Talent Acquisition
- Lead the delivery of critical hiring plans across priority business areas.
- Drive recruitment transformation initiatives to improve hiring effectiveness and reduce reliance on contingent labour.
- Partner with stakeholders to identify and implement innovative attraction and selection strategies.
- Organisation Design & Workforce Enablement
- Support organisation design initiatives and operating model changes to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Enhance organisational effectiveness through workforce modelling, span of control reviews, and structural optimisation.
- Provide expert guidance on workforce planning and organisational capability.
- Talent Retention & Employee Experience
- Identify critical talent risks and develop targeted retention strategies.
- Implement initiatives to reduce attrition within key talent populations.
- Coach and support leaders in creating psychologically safe, inclusive, and high-performing teams.
- Utilise engagement, performance, and workforce data to drive continuous improvement and enhance employee experience.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Proven experience in workforce planning, organisational design, or strategic people partnering.
- Strong talent acquisition and recruitment transformation experience.
- The ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders effectively.
- Experience using workforce analytics and data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
- Strong coaching and leadership development capabilities.
- A track record of delivering change and driving measurable workforce outcomes within complex organisations.
Locations
Senior Business Partner in Devon, Plymouth employer: Undisclosed
Join a leading telecommunications organisation that values innovation and creativity, offering a dynamic work culture where your project management skills can shine. With a focus on employee growth and development, you'll have access to exciting brand and event projects in a hybrid working environment in London, allowing for a perfect balance between collaboration and flexibility. This role not only provides competitive compensation but also the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in a fast-paced setting, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
