HR Business Partner 

About the Position

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive and professional service to key stakeholders and their staff on all HR related matters,
• In consultation with the HR Manager and Employee Relations Officers, interpret and advise on employment legislation, 
• Act as the first point of contact for line managers in assisting and advising on employee relations and employee welfare issues,
• Advise line managers with regard to issues related to the management of staff performance, probations or absenteeism, in order to assist them in handling/resolving the matter,
• Advise line managers in ensuring high performing staff are recognised and developed,
• Engage in resource planning with the key stakeholders to ensure an effective recruitment and selection plan is in place, 
• In conjunction with the HR Support team, co-ordinate and manage all pre and post recruitment and selection activities as required, for the recruitment and selection of staff including participation in interviews as appropriate, 
• Actively work with line managers in ensuring the retention and development of high performing staff.
• Co-ordinate the administration and issuing of both permanent and fixed term contracts of employment to all relevant employees, 
• In conjunction with the contracts team and HR Generalist, manage the monthly pay run for areas of responsibility,
• Provide a source of information, expertise and advice to staff members on the provision of a comprehensive employee benefits package including salary, hours, pension, leave, income continuance, health insurance etc. taking into account existing public sector directives
• Work with the HR Manager in reviewing HR policies to determine they remain fit for purpose for areas of responsibility

Experience/Requirements

• A primary degree preferably in Human Resources or a related area and ideally be a member of the CIPD.  
• At least three years experience working in a similar Business Partner role within a Human Resources Department.
• Have the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships. 
• Be flexible and demonstrate a high level of initiative, interest and energy with an ability to deal with high volumes of activities,
• Be comfortable in managing multiple priorities in all periods, including those of high pressure, The ability to work as part of a team and assist colleagues in reaching collective objectives.

Remuneration Package

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