HR Business Partner

The Company is in growth mode and so this opportunity represents an exciting time to join the team, as there are many HR priorities in play, which includes enhancing our HR Business Partner team to help execute our strategy and deliver change.

This role has a full generalist remit and will initially partner with our Technology Department and Transformation Office to support and deliver change in these critical business areas.  Over time there will be the opportunity to expand to partner with other business teams as priorities change and the HR team adapts.

As well as providing OD, Change, Employment Relations/Law and Project Management expertise to deliver our target operating models; the role will also cover day to day HR Business Partner activities including Recruitment, Onboarding, Exits, Learning & Development, Team Development, Talent Management, Resource Planning and Approvals and HR project work. 

The role will report into the Head of HR Business Partnering.

We are seeking a flexible team player, capable of driving effective change whilst providing strong thought leadership and HR expertise to the business; the individual would work in a small, professional HR team that have a strong reputation and relationship with the business.

Job Description

Change Management and OD

• Provide HR expertise and practical hands-on support to deliver effective change and target operating models

Recruitment and Resourcing

• Responsible for resource planning and headcount management along with managing applicable approval processes
• Support the recruitment process, working closely with the Recruitment team.  Including interviewing with hiring managers and ensuring Inclusive Hiring principles are always adhered to
• Provide support and advice to managers on decisions concerning new roles, reporting lines and benchmarking
• Work closely with the Head of HR Business Partnering to ensure DEI agenda is embedded across recruitment processes

HR Generalist Support

• Work closely with the business to provide practical Employment Relations expertise and sound judgement, including managing re-structures, performance issues, grievances, disciplinary processes and absence management
• Review HR policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date and legally compliant
• Manage all parental leave processes and be the key point of contact for parents and managers to ensure a positive experience for our employees
• HR reporting where applicable
• Oversee all day-to-day HR activities within designated client group, ensuring high quality service is delivered, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing those.  Working closely with the HR Operations team to ensure speedy turnaround on all HR/reward activities, with focus on quality and accuracy
• Learning and Development, agree training plans with key stakeholders and deliver performance and management development training.  Oversee training needs in areas of responsibilities and work with the wider HR team to source and deliver appropriate solutions
• Talent Management, Succession Planning, Promotions and Performance Calibration facilitation
• Other HR project work or actions from emerging people priorities

Regulatory Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory requirements are met within areas of responsibility and HR oversight including SM&CR, Visa and Background verifications

Skills and Competencies

• Comfortable being a Change and OD expert as well as covering and balancing day to day HR operational activities
• Experienced HR Generalist with strong Change, OD, recruitment, employee relations and business partnering skills
• Group facilitation and presentation experience
• Experience and ability to work with senior stakeholders
• A self-starter, able to work independently and deliver strong accurate work
• Service orientated
• Energetic, Solutions-focused, practical and organised
• Team focussed, comfortable in picking up a variety of tasks to ensure team delivery whilst managing multiple priorities
• Proactive and driven, thrives on variety
• Workday proficiency
• Excel and PowerPoint with analytical, data and presentation skills

Education

• CIPD or equivalent

ABOUT US

Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd's, the world's specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.

Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.

Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation). 

A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment.

We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.