HR Business Partner

About the Company:

Our client is committed to delivering investment management services with the highest levels of skill, integrity, and transparency. Specialising in strategies that enable clients to invest in developed and emerging market equities, convertible bonds, and income solutions, our client manages $19bn in assets. They feel a strong sense of responsibility to provide top-tier investment management, offering good value for money, clear information to help clients understand their actions, and maintaining a stable, trustworthy organisation.

As a stable, forward-thinking organisation, our client embraces responsible autonomy, freedom, integrity, and alignment of interests. They believe that to deliver the results their clients expect, continuous investment in their people, investment approach, and infrastructure is essential.

At the core of our client’s operations are teams of experienced investment professionals with expertise in specific fields. These teams are led by individuals who are distinguished in their chosen areas and demonstrate total commitment to their responsibilities to clients.

Further information: 

Our client is in search of a dynamic HR Business Partner to spearhead crucial initiatives within their organisation. Reporting to the Head of HR, this role involves being part of a small, supportive, and friendly team, overseeing both strategic HR projects and the daily HR operations. The successful candidate will manage a specific client group and will be instrumental in evolving the Learning & Development (L&D) strategy, alongside implementing significant HR initiatives such as the rollout of a new HR Information System (HRIS). This position presents a fantastic opportunity to improve the overall employee experience and contribute to the success of the business through key projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Discover and develop L&D opportunities across various company sectors, using diverse delivery methods.
• Implement and manage an effective performance management process to boost individual and team productivity.
• Supervise monthly payroll processing and checks, supported by the HR Assistant.
• Collaborate with business leaders to achieve operational goals via effective people management, offering proactive support and advice to line managers.
• Oversee the execution of key strategic HR projects, including the introduction of a new HRIS in 2024/25.
• Handle complex employee relations cases comprehensively.
• Assist in the review, design, and implementation of HR policies and processes that are suitable for the organisation.
• Focus on succession planning and talent development initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience as an HR Advisor in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in managing complex employee relations cases.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and best practices.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the confidence to engage with all business stakeholders.
• An empathetic approach, prioritising employee well-being in all people-related matters.
• Experience in agile, fast-moving, and evolving environments.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with enthusiasm for tackling open-ended, ambiguous challenges.
• A positive attitude and readiness to take initiative.
• A curious mindset with a focus on process improvement.
• Experience with HR software (preferably HiBob) is beneficial.
• CIPD qualification or working towards obtaining one.

How to Apply 

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Kirstin Hunt at kh@elliottscotthr.com

Job Code: KH/40125

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