HR Generalist

Are you a Human Resources professional looking for a 'roll' which is more fulfilling and rewarding where you can get involved in people projects? Are you looking to become part of an innovative and market-leading global manufacturing organisation that looks after some of the biggest brands in the UK, such as Cushelle® and Plenty®? We are looking for a talented HR Generalist like you who can join our mission to be the best that the industry has to offer through our people, technology and innovations.

There are **Plenty **® **of reasons **to work at Essity:

- High reaching starting salary with annual reviews
- Pension 10% employer contribution
- Bonus earning potential
- Medical Scheme
- Holidays starting at 27 days plus bank holidays (with flexible bank holiday options)
- Products you will love along with deals and discounts for you and the family through our Essity Rewards website (100s of online and in-store shopping discounts)
- Health and Well-being support through EAP service, MHFA, Occupational Health (dependent on role), reduced gym membership, cycle to work scheme
- Numerous other local incentives Local community activities and charitable initiatives

At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

**About the Role**:
Based at our manufacturing site in Trafford Park, Manchester, this full-time (Mon-Fri) permanent Human Resources Generalist role will report to the site HR Manager. Joining our on-site talented and friendly HR team, we want you to bring your acquired knowledge and enthusiasm to support us to deliver the people strategy whilst continuing to develop your knowledge and experience.

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

**What You Will Do**:
You will be responsible for:

- Supporting and developing local workforce initiatives
- Monitoring and evaluating HR analytics to prioritise project development
- Working closely with colleagues on people projects and ensure successful implementation
- Improving line management capability regarding people matters through effective coaching and guidance
- Managing multiple D&G casework including complex ER situations
- Leading and Driving Works Council Meetings and Employee Collaboration
- Supporting the Employer Attractiveness and Talent Acquisition team with recruitment and selection activity and promoting Essity as an Employer of Choice
- Develop talent pipelines by creating partnerships with eg: local schools, & colleges

**Who You Are**:
With a proactive approach to work with effective planning and prioritising abilities, you will have:

- Previous HR experience at either Advisor or Officer level, and ideally within a unionised environment
- Ideally completed or studying towards CIPD Level 5
- Experience of working with and developing employee handbooks, policies and procedures
- Experience of working with HR systems. Essity works with WorkDay, so if you have experience with this HRIS then great, but otherwise we can train you
- Excellent Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills
- Accuracy and good attention to detail
- Professional approach to work, respecting confidentiality Ability to effectively work in changing environment, using your naturally strong communication and listening skills
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**What we can offer you**

We offer the opportunity to work for a leading global organisation with the potential to advance your career within the fast-moving manufacturing environment.

At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Essity kindly but firmly declines direct contact with recruiting and staffing agencies, as well as job advertising sellers.

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**Together, we are improving lives, every day.**:
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

**Application End Date**:
21 Mar 2024