Strategic People Partner

6 days ago


Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Northern Gas and Power Full time

About Northern Gas and Power

Northern Gas and Power, a subsidiary of Global Procurement Group, is a leading international energy consultancy. We specialize in energy procurement and are the largest energy consultancy in Europe.

We work with businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global organizations, to help them navigate the complex energy market. Our team of experts provides comprehensive strategies for energy procurement, negotiation, and risk management.

We utilize our proprietary ClearVUE platform to bring together and visualize information from a global energy portfolio, helping our clients achieve their Net Zero goals and ensure compliance with climate-related legislation.

The Opportunity

As a Strategic People Partner, you will serve as a trusted advisor to both employees and leadership, providing guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle.

You will work closely with senior leaders, managers, and employees to drive People initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with business leaders to maximize team engagement and capability.
  • Provide advice, coaching, and feedback to ensure leaders achieve organizational goals through their people resource.
  • Understand business area issues, priorities, and key drivers to build into people plans.
  • Influence and build initiatives that promote a positive company culture.
  • Develop people strategies and design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
  • Lead on core HR processes, ensuring they fit the needs of the business.
  • Analyze, interpret, and present data to key stakeholders.
  • Use data to guide decision-making and provide proactive solutions.
  • Act as a point of escalation for high-risk employee relations cases.
  • Partner with managers to identify and implement solutions for employee relations risks.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution and management of employee matters.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure workforce plans meet current and future needs.
  • Work collaboratively with business leaders on succession plans.
  • Create initiatives to retain top talent and improve business performance.
  • Develop job descriptions and compensation packages to benchmark with the market.
  • Lead on the annual review of People policies to ensure compliance and best practice.
  • Advise management and employees on interpreting and applying company policies and procedures.
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in employment law and emerging trends.

Requirements

  • CIPD Level 5 or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role.
  • Operated in commercial, fast-paced environments.
  • Experience in developing and managing People change projects.
  • Developed and supported leaders through change from a people perspective.
  • Developed and implemented people strategies, policies, and processes.
  • Analysis of MI and People reporting for key stakeholders.
  • Enhanced and up-to-date knowledge of employment law and legislation.
  • Solid understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and tactfully deal with complex employee relations issues.
  • Ability to coach, influence, and challenge stakeholders effectively.
  • Strong initiative and evaluation skills.
  • Self-disciplined and proactive with the ability to work autonomously.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
  • Proven track record of successfully driving HR initiatives and projects.
  • Data-driven mindset.
  • Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrable commitment to Continuous Professional Development.

What's in it for you?

  • Salary up to £50,000 DOE.
  • Car allowance.
  • Enhanced annual leave.
  • Access to corporate discounts on wellbeing, gym, and spa memberships.
  • Opportunities for international travel and work in our offices across the globe.


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