HR Partner (Fixed Term Contract for 12 months)

Job Overview

The HR Partner designs, implements, and monitors human resource policies and programs at a site, country, or regional level. This role drives HR operational excellence across areas such as employee relations, compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, organizational development, and HR analytics. The HR Partner acts as a strategic advisor to leadership while ensuring effective day-to-day HR delivery.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR advisor to functional leadership, providing guidance on people strategy and organisational effectiveness


• Coach and support managers, leaders, and HR colleagues on employee-related matters


• Partner with management to build strong employee relationships and foster a respectful, inclusive working environment


• Identify internal and external trends and influence stakeholders to respond effectively


• Lead and manage employee relations matters including investigations, grievances, and dispute resolution


• Advise managers and employees on personnel issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies


• Interpret and communicate company policies while ensuring compliance with local employment legislation


• Support union and labour relations, works council activities, and related matters where applicable


• Coordinate and implement HR programmes related to employee engagement, team building, and development


• Support execution of HR initiatives, ensuring consistent implementation and feedback to stakeholders


• Partner with Centres of Excellence including HR Services, Total Rewards, and Talent Acquisition to deliver integrated HR support


• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and practices


• Partner with managers on workforce planning, recruitment, and staffing needs


• Participate in recruitment activities including screening and interviewing candidates


• Support career development discussions and succession planning


• Contribute to organisational development and training initiatives


• Support salary administration processes and advise managers on compensation decisions


• Review compensation and benefits practices to ensure alignment with market trends and business needs


• Contribute to HR data analysis to support decision-making and workforce insights


• Participate in regional and global HR projects, ensuring local perspectives are represented


• Collaborate across HR functions and geographies to drive aligned outcomes

What your background should look like:

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree (Level 8 or equivalent), preferably in Human Resources or a related field

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner or Generalist role in a fast-paced environment


• Experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable


• Strong practical knowledge of local employment law and HR best practices essential


• Experience across multiple HR disciplines (e.g. HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Management)


• Experience working in global or matrixed organisations


• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and manage change effectively

Competencies