Human Resources Business Partner

The purpose of the role is to work alongside key stakeholders (Heads of Department and their teams) to implement and embed the strategic HR agenda for the business area of responsibility. The HR Business Partner will provide HR expertise and address all people matters in accordance with best practice, internal compliance and legal requirements, offering practical and strategic insight on talent management, employee relations, coaching, compensation, conflict management, organisational development, and training.

Key Objectives and Requirements of the Role

HRBP

• The HRBP will enable the Heads of Department and their teams to implement effective HR policies and practices that support the strategic growth of the business.
• In consultation with the HRD, the HRBP will offer thought leadership regarding organisational and people‑related strategy and execution.
• Provide timely information and/or education for all levels of the company on HR issues.
• Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals.
• Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organisational development.
• Participate in the continual development of HR programmes, such as recruiting, retention, compensation, benefits and Learning & Development.
• Collaborate with the HR team to champion and accelerate a ‘Great Place To Work’ and a culture of excellence where people feel engaged and inspired to deliver top business results.
• Develop people strategies and design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organisational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
• Educate team members on compensation practices, including performance feedback, performance calibration and career transitions.

L&D

• Responsible for setting the L&D strategy and agenda for the UK business, in conjunction with the HRD.
• Responsible for the management and delivery of the L&D Budget.
• Lead contact for talent management and talent development initiatives.
• Work closely with the HRBP’s/HR team to determine the needs of the functions/organisation on L&D topics and help deliver those needs back to the organisation.
• Lead on training/workshop initiatives across the organisation.
• Support the HRD in building a high‑performing organisation.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• A degree in a related field with experience working within an HR Business Partner role across different functions.
• Experience creating and leading an organisation’s L&D strategy.
• Experience managing multiple senior stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in the various HR functional areas, especially learning & development, organisational development, change management and employee relations.
• Knowledge of HR programmes and practices, including applicable employment law and regulations.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem solving and decision‑making skills. Critical thinker with a record of developing innovative solutions to business issues.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated credibility and integrity in communications to ensure information flows upward and downward.
• Capacity to listen and understand the needs of employees and the company.
• Ability to adapt communication style to the audience.
• High integrity with a commitment to safeguarding compliance standards and company values.
• Ability to manage multiple complex issues and prioritise projects concurrently.
• Coaching and influencing skills to achieve business results.
• Ability to make decisions that incorporate global context and support collaboration across the organisation.

OUR BENEFITS

• 10% employer pension contribution (providing a 4% employee contribution).
• Private BUPA healthcare for you and your family.
• Life assurance.
• Professional body subscription paid for by ZEISS.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Free ZEISS lenses for you and discounted ZEISS lenses for friends and family.
• Employee health and wellbeing programme, including premium access to the Calm app.

Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

(Local Market Specific criteria. E.g. Working Conditions, Visa requirements)

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual orientation and identity.

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