Job Title:
Organisational Development Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement HR processes to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and audit standards.
* Manage internal and external audits, including ethical frameworks.
* Lead the onboarding and offboarding process.
* Produce regular HR KPIs and reports for senior leadership.
* Lead end-to-end recruitment efficiently and cost-effectively.
* Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and associated spend.
* Implement authorisation processes for hiring.
* Support workforce planning and agency worker compliance.
* Provide advice to managers on complex ER matters, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
* Monitor absence and implement non-attendance policies.
* Coach managers on performance management and return-to-work procedures.
* Coordinate learning initiatives aligned to business needs.
* Facilitate appraisals, performance reviews, and succession planning.
* Maintain training matrices and probation review trackers.
* Lead engagement initiatives, forums, and annual surveys.
* Promote diversity, inclusion, and company values.
* Enhance the employer brand within the industry and local community.
* Support organisational design, policy development, and operational improvements.
* Act as a trusted HR advisor to managers and employees.
* Contribute to cross-functional projects and people-focused operational excellence initiatives.
* Manage employment claims and disputes.
* Liaise with external advisors and maintain meticulous case records.
Requirements:
* Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related discipline.
* Proven experience as an HR Business Partner/Manager in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
* Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and audit standards.
* Experience in employee relations, recruitment, and workforce planning.
* Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and leadership skills.
* Data-driven approach with HR metrics and dashboards experience.
Desirable Qualifications:
* CIPD qualification or equivalent professional HR accreditation.
* Knowledge of ethical auditing frameworks (e.g., SEDEX).
* Experience in wellbeing and diversity initiatives.
* Track record in continuous improvement within manufacturing/FMCG.
What's on Offer:
* Opportunity to develop your career in a strategic HR leadership role.
* Work in a collaborative environment with scope for innovation and operational impact.