People and Culture Partner

At Rovco we act with integritykindness and respect in all that we do. Were looking forindividuals who embody these values and believe in their importancein the workplace. Join us to work in a culture where ethicalconduct and mutual respect are the foundation of oursuccess.

Location:Bristol 3 Days per week in theoffice.

Salary:Upto 60000 depending on skills andexperience

About Rovco

Rovcos mission is toaccelerate the energy transition to renewables with a focus onoffshore wind. Were using artificial intelligence autonomy computervision and marine robotics to create a difference in the world withunderwater technology for our clients in offshore renewable energyand the subsea industry.

Founded in2015 weve announced funding of more than 50 million been voted oneof the most innovative and sustainable companies working towardsnet zero and won awards for Best use of AI and Best technologyinnovation.

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Discover your place in a hybrid team of 190people thats growing rapidly and celebrates diversity knowing thatevery perspective is a valuable part of our success and thatempowers you to achieve a fulfilling worklife balance.

People andCulture Partner

The People& Culture Partner reports directly to the Chief PeopleOfficer playing a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing theorganisations People activities. With a focus on fostering apositive work environment the People & Culture Partnercollaborates with various departments to provide day to day supportfor all areas of People Operations including on/offboardingemployee relations employment law pay and benefits and policymanagement.

The People & Culture Partnerinfluences the organisations performance continuously optimizingkey People processes and policies training managers on how to usethem suggesting technology improvements and therefore contributingto efficient operations employee satisfaction and overall businessperformance.

The People & CulturePartner will be passionate about helping create a company thatmakes a difference in the world. They will also be passionate aboutbeing part of a People team that creates an inclusive workplacewhere people can bring their whole selves to work.

Success in this role is measured by the abilityto deliver strategic People & Culture initiativeseffectively address employee needs whilst maintaining a kindinclusive and agile workplace in a sustainable and quickly growingbusiness.

Objectives& Responsibilities:

Rovco is anexciting and dynamic environment meaning these are likely to changeas we grow. Upon joining your objectives and responsibilities willinclude:

EmployeeEngagement and Relations

• Be 1st point of contact own andtriage all People related queries. Provide advice and guidance tomanagers and employees on company ways of working HR policiesprocedures and grievance/issue resolution.
• Own end to end employee relations cases ensuring correctprocesses are followed and outcomes communicated. Be theinvestigating officer where appropriate.
• Mediate in employee disputes and conflicts workingtowards fair and amicable resolutions.

EmployeeLifecycle:

• Owns theon and off boarding process ensuring a seamless employee andcontractor experience that is clear robust and maintains integrityof compliancebased requirements.
• Main pointof contact for third party EoR and PEO partners proactivelyresolving issues.

Culture:

• Drive the companys D&I strategy/objectiveschampioning initiatives to attract & retain diverse talentand create a workplace where people bring their whole selves towork.

• Create a positivework culture through initiatives that promote the company valuesenhancing employee morale and engagement.

• Creates and drivesspecific projects/activities in line with our engagement surveyresults

PerformanceManagement:

• Work withline mangers to help manage the probation process and coach onperformance management
• Drive the TalkingPerformance Framework processes by guiding managers on settingobjectives conducting Performance Checkins and the 6 monthly BigPicture Conversations. Drive improvements to this process and theuse of the data it provides.
• Support bothmanagers and employees in navigating performance challenges byaddressing issues and implementing targeted performance improvementplans escalating according to company policy asappropriate

Complianceand Policies

• Stayupdated on employment laws and regulations to ensure theorganisations HR practices are in line with legal requirements andbest practice.
• Develop and maintain HRpolicies and procedures communicating changes and updates to theworkforce and ensuring these are stored according to documentmanagement processes.
• Own the employeeHandbook ensuring accurate uptodate information is maintained atall times.

TalentManagement

• Provideopportunities for employees to grow within the company throughorganising mentorship leadership development and continuouslearning opportunities.
• Identify and preparehighpotential employees for future leadership roles through talentmapping.
• Identify training needs andcollaborate with managers to create tailored development plans.

Data Analysis andReporting

• Responsiblefor ensuring HR records and databases are accurate ensuring dataintegrity and confidentiality.
• Generateregular HR reports and metrics for management review anddecisionmaking including ensuring monthly payroll is correct.
• Generate regular reports and provide insightsto management identifying trends challenges and opportunities forimprovement.

Youshould apply if youhave:

We know itstough but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You dont have tomatch all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for thisrole:

• Bachelorsdegree in HR Business Administration or a related field (orequivalent experience); CIPD Level 5 isdesirable.

• Strongexperience as a generalist People/HR role or People Partner (orequivalent) in a fastgrowing forwardthinking business withsatellite offices in Europe or the USA. Preferably in either a techor renewable energy business.
• Demonstratedability in partnering with stakeholders across the businessproviding accurate timely advice & support on peoplerelatedissues
• A dynamic interpersonal style capableof demonstrating empathy and an ability to relate to diverseindividuals
• Very organized with a highattention to detail to effectively and accurately keep track ofmultiple tasks priorities and queries
• Soundworking knowledge of employment law regulations and bestpractice
• Strong analytical and criticalthinking abilities to resolve a diverse range of HRissues.
• High level of professionalism integrityand confidentiality in handling sensitiveinformation.

Benefits

People join Rovco because they are excited bythe possibility of leaving their own mark on the world anddeveloping solutions that solve real world problems. Although weshare the same vision we value varied perspectives and we adapt tofit different people from all walks of life. Not only does thatmake for a genuinely awesome team of colleagues but it also makesdaytoday life more interesting and its how we keep evolving andgetting better at what we do.

Whats in it for youYoull get to work with a passionate smart and highly driven teamwith an incredible range of skills.

Inaddition youll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focuson doing your very best work:

• Flexibleworking options includingcompressed hours
  
• Hybrid working up to3 days from home
• 33 days annual leaveincreasing 2 days a year upto 43 days after 6 years (inclusive ofbank holidays)
• Private medical insuranceincluding Dental & Optical
• Career andlearning development through paid courses conferences andevents
• Curiosity fund up to 500 to spend onlearning which is not role related
• Up to 10%company bonus
• Pension up to 6% companycontribution
• Life assurance paid at4Xsalary
• Volunteering day to give back to yourlocal community
• Enhanced maternity andadoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recognition & rewards for doing greatwork and living our values andbehaviours

Join Rovcoin our mission to make the world a cleaner greener and safer placeby deploying technology for good.

InterviewProcess

At Rovco weve designed astraightforward interview process to ensure the best fit for bothyou and the company. We have adopted anonymised recruitment. Thismeans that your name date of birth and other personal details willnot be seen by the hiring team.

• Application:Begin by submitting your application with your CV highlighting yourskills and experience relevant to the job. Answer key questions onelements that are important to therole.
• AptitudeTest: Demonstrate your critical thinkingproblemsolving abilities and workplace personality through anaptitude test.
• Talent PartnerInterview: We will tell you more about the role theteam and Rovcos mission. This is a twoway conversation; we want tolearn about your motivation what you can bring to Rovco and provideanswers to your questions.
• TeamInterview: Engage in a 1hour interview with a fewteam members. Experience the role firsthand and share your skillsand experience. Well discuss our technologies key skills and teamdynamics. As always feel free to ask any questions you may have.
• ExecutiveConversation: Meet with an executive for a 30minutediscussion. This is your opportunity to express your thoughts onthe role and ask any final questions. Well clarify expectations andensure this role aligns with your aspirations.
• Offer If you aresuccessful in the process youll receive an offer to join Rovco andbecome part of our team.

Wevalue the diversity of our teams and are committed to supportingand welcoming individuals from all backgrounds knowing that everyperspective is a valuable part of our success. Should you requireany reasonable adjustment throughout the recruitment process pleasedo not hesitate to let a member of the Talent team know.

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