Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Unlock Your Potential: Senior HR Business Partner Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for building strong relationships and navigating complex union environments? We're searching for a Senior HR Business Partner to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce strategy. About the Role This isn't just an HR role; it's an opportunity to be a strategic advisor, driving initiatives that support our business goals while fostering positive and productive relationships with our union partners and employees. Responsibilities Strategic Impact: Guiding senior leadership on organisational design, workforce planning, and talent management within a unionised context. Union Expertise: Leading and supporting collective bargaining negotiations, interpreting contracts, resolving grievances, and preparing for arbitration. You'll be the bridge, building strong, collaborative relationships with union representatives. Employee Advocacy: Managing complex employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant practices in investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management. Talent Cultivation: Partnering with leaders to develop and implement talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies that align with both business needs and union agreements. Compliance & Best Practice: Ensuring all HR policies and practices adhere to federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as collective bargaining agreements. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred or CIPD Level 7). At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 3 years as a Senior HR Business Partner or Manager in a unionised setting. Demonstrated expertise in collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance handling, and arbitration. Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation. Required Skills A proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Pay range and compensation package Competitive salary between £70,000 - £80,000 with potential bonus (relating to business performance plus car allowance, Private healthcare for immediate family, Enhanced annual leave and pension contributions).

Location: Surrey, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025