People Business Partner

3 months ago


Reading, United Kingdom The Duke of Edinburgh Award Full time

We are looking for a People Business Partner to join our People and Culture team as maternity cover for 13 months. In this role, you will work as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers for all strategic and operational HR and people issues.

Working closely with the Head of People Business Partnering and members of the People team, you will support the development and delivery of the People Strategy. You will identify the most important people issues and work with senior leaders and managers to ensure these form part of the strategic people agenda ensuring that the wellbeing, diversity and inclusion of our workforce are considered.

The role will involve:

- Building and enduring meaningful relationships with directors and managers, to support them to identify and implement associated people solutions.
- Work in partnership across the People and Culture function providing the interface between the charity and the people team.
- Champion best practice and ensure managers demonstrate the culture, values and behaviours of the charity.
- Use HR expertise to support with issues relating to employee relations and people policies.
- Provide guidance on people practices such as restructures and succession planning.
- Lead on the resolution of Employee Relations issues
- Ensure that Wellbeing is kept at the heart of all activities and decisions related to our people
- Ensure that diversity and inclusion are at the centre of all people activity.

**We’re looking for someone with**
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- A proven track record of providing effective Business Partnering and managing Employee relations effectively.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.

**What will you get in return?**

The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.

From day one we offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year.

Through our Flexible Working policy, the DofE provides an opportunity to work flexibly to meet yours and our business needs.

**How to apply**

If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.

**Interviews will take place on**:Thursday 4th July - Via Teams**

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check (e.g., DBS/PVG or similar), including 2 years references covering any gaps of employment, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
- The geographical allowance is based on a staff member having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 (pro rata) per annum_

The DofE charity works with organisations across the UK to help young people gain essential skills, experience, confidence and resilience to successfully navigate adult life.

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Gulliver House, Madeira Walk, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1EU

**T**:01753 727400



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