Group Head of HR

Southport, Merseyside
Beluga Rox
Salary: £60k per year + plus car allowance
Reference: Group HR

At Beluga Rox we are looking for an experienced Group Head of HR based in Southport.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join the one of the UK’s highest rated Home Care Group that truly values its Carers and its Management Team and can provide real career development opportunities because of its expansion plans across the Northwest.

You will be working closely with and reporting directly to the Directors.

As the Group Head of HR, you will be:

Providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on HR matters, supporting managers in dealing with complex casework, performance, attendance and employee relations issues.
Providing advice and guidance to the Executive Board and managers on employment matters; influencing management and the leadership around the people agenda to maximise service performance.
Identifying HR priorities from corporate and departmental plans, translating business requirements into effective HR practices and delivering people solutions aligned to business objectives.
Delivering key HR initiatives across the HR spectrum, including workforce planning, restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and reward, employee relations, employee engagement and performance management.
Commissioning services, projects or activity that supports the delivery of HR and departmental strategies and objectives; working with third party providers to ensure that services meet business needs and are delivered to agreed standards and timescales.
Analysing and reporting HR information to support with benchmarking and the development of HR strategies and solutions. Ensuring that all internal and external reporting requirements are satisfied through the provision of management information and HR returns.
management of the HR team
Maintaining a clear understanding and providing up to date knowledge of the legal framework within which HR operates (with the support of external Legal Support); developing HR policies in line with current legislation and keeping abreast of modern HR procedures and best practice.
Supporting the development and implementation of our clients pay and reward strategy e.g. through support with production of annual reward statements, operation of annual performance review and bonus allocation process.
Monitoring and supporting HR activity to ensure employee relation matters are being addressed and progressed in a timely manner
Leading by example as a role model for our clients’ values and professional standards.
Supporting the Directors and Regional Managers with the delivery of business and corporate plans.
Driving continuous improvement within your own areas of responsibility.
Taking a proactive approach to risk management, ensuring risks and issues are identified, addressed and reported and, where appropriate, escalated.
Managing delegated resources (e.g. budgets, equipment, and contracts) as appropriate, to ensure value for money.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

Accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), level 5 or above.
Fluent level of both spoken and written English.
A pro-active attitude and a passion for leading with integrity.
Superior interpersonal skills and a positive, approachable manner.
A proactive and agile work ethic.
A curious mindset, to think innovatively and rationally about concerns and come up with creative solutions
Experience of managing a skilled team and make quick but rational decisions.
In depth knowledge of Employment Law.
Thorough and methodical attention to detail.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise, problem-solve and use your initiative.
First-rate communication and presentation skills.
Commitment to be an inspiring role model who encourages collaboration.
Commitment to continual personal development.
The ability to accept and provide feedback, be challenged on your advice, and work well under pressure.
Proficient I.T. skills.

What’s in for you

Private Medical cover
Car allowance and fuel card
Pension scheme
Dress down Fridays
Free lunch on a Friday

If you would like to find out more on this amazing Group Head of HR role call Holly at Beluga Rox on -000