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LGV Class 2 Drivers – Opportunity with Yusen Logistics & Interaction Recruitment Location: Erith (DA18 4AF) £17.16 per hour | Overtime up to £34.32/hr | PAYE | Full-Time & Part-Time Available Interaction Recruitment are proud to partner with Yusen Logistics, a globally respected name in supply chain solutions, to recruit LGV Class 2 Drivers based in Erith. About Yusen Logistics Yusen Logistics is the insight-driven, customer-centric logistics partner to global business. We deliver this through an extended range of services from International Freight Forwarding and Contract Logistics to Supply Chain Solutions and Industry insights covering the full supply chain. We invest in a deep understanding of our customers' business, their customers, the challenges they face and the goals they want to achieve. With 25,000 employees covering 47 countries and regions and over 680 locations, we are connecting people, businesses and communities to a better future every day. In short, we create better connections for the future of business. The Role As an LGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering Trade supplies to depots across the UK. You will be driving a curtain-sided vehicle and making multiple drops in a shift. You will be offloaded on-site by an FLT, there is no handball required as part of this role. What We’re Looking For ✅ A valid LGV Class 2 (Category C) licence with at least 12 months’ recent driving experience ✅ A valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card ✅ Confident in manual handling and using tail lifts ✅ Experience driving curtain-sided vehicles ✅ Strong geographical knowledge of the South East ✅ A clean licence or no more than 6 penalty points Working Hours Monday to Friday Start times between 06:00 and 07:00 Pay Rates £17.16 (PAYE) OT1 - Time and a Half - £25.74 – To be applied for shifts over 9.25 hours and Saturday’s OT2 – Double Time - £34.32 – To be applied for Sunday’s and Bank Holiday’s. Next Steps All candidates will be required to: Complete a registration and compliance process Pass a theory and practical driving assessment Apply now to take the wheel of your driving career with one of the UK’s leading logistics partnerships

Our client is seeking a HR Business Partner to join a Not-for-Profit organisation. The role requires a professional who can contribute effectively to the human resources department and drive strategic initiatives. Client Details This opportunity is with a well established London based Charity. Description A HR Business Partner to: Provide strategic HR support and guidance to senior management and teams. Develop and implement HR policies and initiatives aligned with business objectives. Partner with key stakeholders to address workforce planning and talent management needs. Analyse HR metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions for improvement. Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations within the Business Services sector. Facilitate employee engagement strategies and organisational development programmes. Support recruitment and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent. Act as a trusted advisor on HR-related matters to employees and leadership teams. Profile A successful HRBP should have: Relevant qualifications in human resources or a related field. Experience in strategic HR roles within a professional setting. Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and compliance standards. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Capability to analyse data and provide actionable insights. Proficiency in HR systems and tools.Job Offer £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth. Support for career development and training initiatives. Hybrid working London BasedThis is a fantastic opportunity for a HRBP to make a meaningful impact

D365 F&O Technical Architect Permanent - c£120k London / Suffolk - Hybrid We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward‑thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) Technical Architect to lead the architecture, integration, and optimisation of the finance systems. This role will play a key part in shaping the organisation's D365 F&O architecture, ensuring it is scalable, secure, and aligned with business and finance requirements. You will work closely with Finance stakeholders, IT leadership, and delivery teams to design and implement solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure, Power Platform, and enterprise integrations. The successful candidate will combine strong technical architecture skills with deep knowledge of D365 F&O and enterprise finance platforms. We're looking for a skilled D365 Finance & Operations Technical Architect to lead the design, integration, and governance of our Microsoft finance platforms. What You'll Do Own the technical architecture for D365 F&O, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy. Design scalable customisations, integrations, and data flows. Architect integrations with CRM, HR, supply chain, and data platforms using APIs, Azure services, and microservices. Oversee Azure DevOps pipelines, CI/CD adoption, and Microsoft evergreen updates. Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and governance standards (SOX, IFRS, GDPR). Work closely with Finance and IT leaders to translate requirements into solid technical solutions. Provide technical leadership, mentoring developers and ensuring architectural best practice.What You Bring Essential: Strong background as a D365 F&O Technical Architect / Senior Technical Consultant. Deep understanding of D365 F&O architecture, extensions, integrations, and Azure DevOps. Experience with cloud services, API-based integrations, and enterprise ERP environments.Desirable: Enterprise‑scale D365 F&O implementation experience. Knowledge of Power Platform, Dataverse, Electronic Reporting. Experience with finance‑focused data platforms or BI/reporting tools.Who You Are Proactive, self‑driven, and solution‑focused. Confident owning architectural decisions. Able to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Passionate about continuous improvement and modern engineering practices.Working Style Hybrid working Flexible arrangements supporting effective delivery and collaboration

Buzzacott is a passionately independent and rapidly growing professional services firm. We are based in the City of London, with a satellite office in Hong Kong. We are partner led and focused on people - our team and our clients. We combine market leading sector expertise and excellent service capability to provide exceptional service in our chosen markets. We believe in recognising and rewarding talent, dedication, and results. For individuals who demonstrate capability and drive, there are genuine opportunities to grow and progress within the firm. About the Team Our Private Client team consists of around 35 team members and 4 partners - each with their own specialism. The core of the work focuses on providing clear and practical advice to high-net-worth individuals and their families in the UK and abroad. Assessing the opportunities available to our clients, by helping to structure their affairs to minimise their tax liability and preserve their property for future generations. Due to the complexity of some of the work, this role is heavily integrated and will involve working closely with our specialist teams around the firm. The Role We are looking for a new Partner in our specialist Private Client team with strong private client tax advisory skills and a background in successfully developing new business. This role will offer a unique opportunity for a driven Private Client Specialist to help with the development of a highly respected, fast growing and talented team. As a Partner in the team, you will be responsible for supporting, creating and implementing strategies to enhance the firms' Personal Tax offering. This will include, but not be limited to: Duties and Responsibilities Leading a portfolio of high-net-worth clients. Proactively marketing and developing the firm's Private Client function and expertise, both internally and externally. Provide input into Buzzacott's marketing publications and events as required. Recognise and act upon opportunities for cross selling of services and adding value. Identify opportunities for selling consultancy services to existing clients. Maintain existing contacts and develop new networks, creating opportunities for new business, as well as developing those in the team on how to develop new networks and spot opportunities. Providing sound technical advice on a broad range of private client matters. Providing training, guidance and support to your team members. In addition, you will also provide leadership and mentorship to the team, as well as support in driving the personal development and professional growth within the team. Support in the recruitment and training of the team. Working with the firm's Partner and Director Group to develop our service offerings. Budgeting and planning all work for clients in your portfolio, including overall responsibility for the timely delivery of such work and for the recoverability and billing on such jobs. Oversight of the established team, including review of existing resources and their utilisation and developing a structure alongside other partners within the team. Skills and experience Full knowledge of UK tax matters relating to private clients and professional practices. Strong leadership experience, involving line management of senior team members. Significant and well-rounded experience working within Private Client tax, as well as overseeing advisory projects and controlling budgets. Advanced networking capabilities and awareness with negotiating and influencing skills. Private client specialist with experience of advising HNW and UHNW individuals. Demonstrable experience in developing team members both professionally and technically. Ability to recognise opportunities for new business, both internally and externally. Ability to train other team members in tax and management issues. Able to act as a role model for the team. Someone who is committed developing the team's client base, as well as the team's experience and structure. Why Buzzacott? We're big enough to provide deep expertise across a wide range of specialisms, but small enough to value meaningful personal connections - with clients and colleagues alike. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who will support your continued development, while you contribute to shaping the growth of both our team and our clients. At Buzzacott, we're committed to equal opportunities and ensuring all employment decisions are fair, objective, and based on merit. To see more information about our Rewards & Benefits follow this link: Rewards & Benefits - Buzzacott For more information about the Private Client team, please click here. To find out more about life at Buzzacott, please click here. To hear from team members across the firm on their experience of life at Buzzacott, please click here. We have a firmly embedded approach to flexi-time and support flexible working opportunities to help you manage your work-life balance. If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply directly via the Apply button at the top of the page. When applying, please include your salary expectations and let us know what interests you about the role. Alternatively, if you would like to talk to one of our HR Team about the vacancy before applying, contact us at Please note: Our HR Team review and respond to all applications No agencies please. TPBN1_UKTJ

HR Business Partner | Retail | Nationwide I'm supporting a growing, people-focused retail business as they look to welcome an HR Business Partner into their People team, supporting circa 45 stores across the UK. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business in an exciting phase of growth, where people, culture and development are genuinely at the heart of everything they do. This role does involve nationwide travel, so please only apply if this is something you're happy with. The role is hybrid, with around 3 days out in the business and 2 days working from home. What you'll be doing • Partnering with leaders across the UK to deliver both strategic and hands-on HR support * Coaching and supporting managers on performance, development, engagement and employee relations * Leading on complex ER matters and working closely with the People Director on key decisions * Supporting organisational design, change initiatives and workforce planning * Helping to build leadership capability and talent development across the business * Using people data and insights to guide decision-making and spot trends * Getting involved in projects that enhance culture, wellbeing and the overall employee experience * Championing values, behaviours and a people-first approach as the business continues to grow About you • CIPD qualified * Strong HR generalist and business partnering experience within a fast-paced environment (retail would be ideal) * Confident in managing complex ER and change activity * Able to build strong relationships and influence at all levels * Pragmatic, commercial and solutions-focused, with a people-first mindset * Comfortable working at pace and balancing both strategic and hands-on delivery * Passionate about culture, development and helping leaders get the best out of their teams This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious HR professional who wants to make a real impact in a growing retail business, with great exposure across the UK. Salary up to c.£60,000 + benefits. Please apply with your most up-to-date CV to find out more. BH35905

HR People Advisor (3‑Month Temp) – £24.42 per hour – Hybrid / Central London Join a respected healthcare membership organisation and trade union as their next HR People Advisor, supporting a passionate People & Organisational Development team. If you’re a confident HR generalist who thrives on variety, problem‑solving and partnering with managers, this is a great opportunity to make an impact quickly. This is a temporary role, starting ASAP for an initial 3‑month assignment, paying £24.42 per hour (PAYE). You’ll work on a hybrid basis, spending around 2–3 days per week in their Central London office. What you’ll be doing Working closely with the People Business Partner and the wider team, you’ll deliver a proactive, solution‑focused People & OD service. Your work will span the full employee lifecycle, combining day‑to‑day advisory support with project involvement. You will: Provide a comprehensive generalist People & OD service to managers and employees Offer confidential, solutions‑focused HR advice on a wide range of employee relations and people issues Manage your own ER caseload, encouraging informal resolution where possible and coaching managers through processes Approve changes to terms and conditions and ensure accurate, timely contractual documentation Maintain accurate establishment data for your business areas, resolving discrepancies and ensuring data integrity Conduct leaver interviews, analyse exit feedback and identify emerging themes Prepare workforce and HR reports, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveryWhat you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running with strong HR generalist experience and a collaborative, people‑centred approach. You’ll ideally have: Solid HR & OD knowledge aligned to the CIPD Profession Map, including employment law, performance management, wellbeing, and EDI Awareness of payroll and salary administration CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) Experience providing HR advice across the full employee lifecycle A track record of managing a varied HR caseload (absence, performance, ER, fixed‑term contracts, flexible working) Experience supporting organisational culture and change initiatives Strong digital skills, including confident use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Salary - Up to £55,000 depending on experience plus Veolia benefits including annual bonus (20%), a car/car allowance and enhanced pension scheme Location - Hybrid - Covering operational sites in London and Northern Home Counties When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Access to our enhanced company pension scheme Private Medical Insurance Company car or allowance £6,600 Per annum Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household What you'll be doing: We are seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to join our Municipal Business Unit by: Providing specialist advice and solutions in line with current legislation on all employee relations matters to managers Dealing with complex disciplinary, grievances, investigations, TUPE, restructures, capability and employment litigation (up to and including Employment Tribunal claims) Coaching and upskilling line managers on all employee relations matters to ensure all processes are procedurally and legally compliant with minimal risk to the business. Utilising analytical skills and data to assess key focus areas and applying emotional intelligence to identify proactive solutions to employee relations issues. Develop the capacity of line managers to manage a range of Employee Relations (ER) problems locally, developing management styles to foster positive working relationships with employees, minimising the occurrence of line management problems and issues and fostering a positive climate for ER activity. Proactively manage and support the company in relation to all elements of TUPE and Mergers and Acquisitions, ensuring all relevant processes are followed and compliance is met. Foster and support a partnership relationship with the unions at the local level, by supporting managers with local pay negotiations and to identify with unions and Business Managers joint initiatives and proactively participate in regular meetings. Proactively monitor ER trends using the relevant KPI's and appropriate management tools (PowerBi, Workday) to proactively plan, advise and recommend appropriate action for future. What we're looking for: Level 5 CIPD or equivalent qualification. Previous experience in an HR Generalist or ER role within a unionised and regulated environment. Proven ER experience including advising on complex case work and litigation (up to and including managing Employment Tribunal claims) with the ability to apply the relevant legal principles and risk assessment. Currently working in a comparable operational environment acting as a strategic ER partner leveraging people and employee relations expertise to drive organisational success and business outcomes . Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to interact across all levels of management and operational teams. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability and ability to deliver results to demanding deadlines in a fast paced environment.Desired Level 7 CIPD or equivalent qualification. Chartered member of CIPD or working towards this with evidence of continuous professional development.What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Technical Delivery Lead (Payments & Enterprise Technology) Location: London (Hybrid working) The Opportunity We are working with a newly established payments organisation undergoing a significant technology transformation as it evolves into a standalone, fintech‑style business. Backed by substantial long‑term investment, this organisation combines the scale of a major payments provider with the agility, autonomy, and pace of a modern technology company. This is a rare opportunity to join during a foundational phase, where you will play a critical role in shaping how complex technology capabilities are delivered across the enterprise. The Role We are seeking a Technical Delivery Lead to manage the end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale technology initiatives within Enterprise Technology, with a primary focus on Functions platforms (e.g. Legal, Compliance, Controls, Procurement), alongside wider collaboration across Finance, Risk and HR systems as required. Operating at Vice President level, this role blends technical leadership, delivery management, stakeholder engagement, and risk governance. You will own delivery outcomes for your stream, working across internal teams and third‑party vendors to ensure solutions are delivered to time, cost, quality, and regulatory expectations. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex, multi‑vendor technical programmes using Agile/Scrum methodologies (planning, stand‑ups, demos, retrospectives, sprint execution). Own delivery outcomes for enterprise platforms within the Functions domain, while supporting broader enterprise initiatives as required. Partner with business and internal stakeholders to shape requirements, manage delivery expectations, and ensure technically feasible solutions. Work closely with engineering, quality, and product teams to deliver secure, compliant, and high‑quality technology solutions. Identify, assess, and mitigate delivery, technical, and operational risks, ensuring alignment with governance and control frameworks. Manage change requests and maintain clear, transparent communication with stakeholders throughout the delivery lifecycle. Own and manage vendor relationships, ensuring suppliers deliver against agreed contracts and expectations. Monitor emerging technology trends and delivery practices to continuously improve outcomes and ways of working.Leadership & Seniority Expectations Depending on role scope, you will operate either as: A people leader, defining roles, planning capacity, guiding performance, and developing future capability; or A senior individual contributor, acting as a subject matter expert who sets technical direction and leads complex, multi‑year initiatives.In both cases, you will: Advise senior stakeholders on delivery impact, risk, and strategic alignment. Demonstrate accountability for risk management and control effectiveness. Apply sophisticated analytical thinking to evaluate complex delivery options and define innovative solutions. Build strong, trusted relationships across internal and external stakeholders to deliver key business objectives.About You This role is suited to a senior technology delivery professional comfortable operating in fast‑moving, transformation environments. Essential Experience Strong technical background with recent experience delivering SaaS‑based solutions. Proven experience delivering within Enterprise Technology domains (Risk, Finance, HR, or preferably Functions such as Legal, Compliance or Procurement). Demonstrable senior‑level experience leading large‑scale technology change initiatives.Highly Desirable Experience selecting, contracting, and managing multiple technology vendors. Experience integrating across SaaS platforms and cloud data environments. Why This Role? Join a high‑profile payments transformation with long‑term strategic backing Shape how enterprise technology delivery operates in a new standalone business Operate with real authority in a flat, empowered organisation Deliver programmes with material investment, visibility, and impact Be part of a journey with strong opportunities for long‑term leadership growthApply Now to Avoid Disappointment! To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

This job is with Warner Bros. Discovery, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. Filmbankmedia is one of the world’s leading non-theatrical distributors of feature films and other content produced by the majors and mini-majors in the US and elsewhere. On behalf of our studio partners (including Sony, Warner Bros Discovery, Disney and many others) we licence content for exhibition in non-theatrical markets such as hotels, hospitals, transport services, shipping operators, schools and universities, community cinemas and film societies. Our markets are global, served by our branches in London, Germany, Latin America and Singapore. Your new role… The successful applicant will assist the Head of Legal with all aspects of the company’s legal affairs. The core business is the licensing of audio-visual entertainment, primarily feature films from Filmbank’s licensors, Sony, Disney, Warner Bros Discovery, UIP and many others. The legal department work closely with lawyers from these studios. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for a key legal role in the film industry. The legal team support all departments of Filmbankmedia including acquisitions, sales, digital services, finance, employment/HR and business development. The role will therefore require the candidate to be a team player, to have the ability to work efficiently under pressure, on both new projects and day-to-day tasks and to balance the requirements of a variety of stakeholders. Filmbankmedia’s business is international, you will be dealing with legal issues across Europe, Asia and Latin America. Your role accountabilities… Supporting the Head of Legal – managing contract negotiation, legal research, day-to-day legal enquiries from internal departments and customers/rights owners/suppliers Supporting the Director of Content and Acquisitions – including legal advice, contract reviews and document management Managing Filmbank’s business affairs in Latin America – an expanding market particularly in overland transport, hospitals and universities, where relationships with partner companies, collective management organisations and customers are essential Supporting Sales – including legal advice re customer licence agreements, drafting amendments, renewals Contract management and template updates Supporting Marketing – including legal advice re website issues, social media Assisting with general office legal issues including company policies as well as managing external/overseas legal counsel, in particular in Latin America and Germany Qualifications & Experience... UK qualified solicitor 0-3 pqe. (Paralegal with appropriate experience will be considered) Experience of drafting and negotiation; Working knowledge of intellectual property law, in particular copyright; Keen interest in movies and the film industry; Business proficient Spanish and/or Portuguese would be very useful Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you. How We Get Things Done… This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview. Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. ]]>

This job is with BBC, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. JOB DETAILS JOB BAND: F CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time DEPARTMENT: News HR LOCATION: London PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £94,000 - £124,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Please note that first round interviews are anticipated to take place in London in week commencing 4th May and second round interviews in week commencing 11th May. We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application - though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. The Head of HR (Transformation and Strategy) will lead the effective delivery of organisational transformation and restructuring while ensuring a consistently high-quality employee experience. The role will provide oversight of change programmes, maintaining a good relationship with the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), and ensure best practice execution across redeployment, bumping and related processes. It will also act as a strategic partner to the HRD, maintaining a clear People Plan, supporting preparation of performance reviews, aligning resource and capability to key strategic workstreams, and tracking progress against critical milestones. Flexing with business needs, the role will lead major restructuring activity when required and, in steadier periods, drive forward longer-term strategic priorities including skills, agile workforce development and workforce planning. WHY JOIN THE TEAM This is an opportunity to join a high-performing HR team within a fast-paced global news environment with unique operational and editorial demands, placing employee experience at the heart of complex project and people programme delivery. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT Key responsibilities and accountabilities will include: Be a strategic people partner across News, shaping, driving and delivering transformation based on organisational priorities from the outset through to delivery. Lead, provide oversight and accountability for divisional change programmes and people transformation across News in the UK and internationally, including: Oversight of the people project portfolio across News ensuring consistency of strategy, approach, timelines and people impact. Develop the people first transformation roadmap and plan ensuring people experience is at the heart of the way we deliver change. Planning, coordinating, tracking and managing multiple change programmes, working with the Heads of HR and HRBPs for impacted areas, ensuring best practice in areas such as pooling, bumping, and managing collective consultations and exits. Reviewing and contributing to overarching business cases. Attending programme steercos and governance forums on behalf of News HR. Leading union relationships relating to divisional change programmes ensuring positive relationships and the trust and confidence of the unions are maintained. Delivering changes in T&Cs and working practices to unlock operational efficiencies and continuous improvement. Act as a strategic partner to the HR Director, supporting pan‑News HR activity including performance reviews, engagement survey activity and team away days. Own and maintain the project plan underpinning delivery of the People Strategy, ensuring delivery remains on track, key milestones are met, and activity is appropriately resourced with the right capability. Lead the introduction of strategic workforce planning across News, embedding future-focused talent strategies that anticipate business needs, increase career mobility, and build a more agile, resilient workforce across both staff and contingent workers (e.g. freelancers) capable of adapting to ongoing transformation and industry shifts. Deliver effective operational HR input oversight and advice including deputising for the HR Director where required and leading representation on local business governing boards including NGAM and Business Ops committees. Accountability for delivering the transformation elements of the BBC News people plan by working with Senior Leaders and News HR. Partner with the Organisational Strategies team who lead operating model design and organisational design across the BBC. Build effective relationships across News Board and other senior leaders. Interpret and present people data to stakeholders to offer strategic insights on trends and issues. Develop/manage relationships with recognised trade unions, employee representation groups, other external partners/professional organisations and networks. Work collaboratively across BBC HR to identify emerging themes and business critical issues that can be addressed. Proactively review and change ways of working to drive improvements to processes and the People Experience. Keep up to date with external trends and best practice, sharing knowledge and best practice with colleagues to ensure News is sustainable and fit for the future. Be an ambassador for the function and represent BBC HR internally and externally (as appropriate). YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: A collaborative team player who leads with integrity, brings others along the journey, and focuses on achieving the right outcomes together An in-depth knowledge of HR and transformation in a unionised environment and provides expert advice to handle the most complex situations independently Demonstrated track record of leading project and people programme delivery, placing employee experience at the core Delivery of large scale strategic and tactical transformation, with different drivers (cost, technology, growth etc) Proven experience in navigating complex, matrix environments, with insight into how sub-departmental areas, processes, and resources align to achieve functional and divisional objectives Experience in understanding key financial drivers. Adept at managing numerous, diverse senior and executive level stakeholders, often operating under tight timescales and managing numerous competing priorities. A convincing and persuasive communicator, required to modify beliefs and opinions of teams, as well as senior stakeholders, able to establish effective and collaborative relations across BBC departments, and external agencies/stakeholders where required. International HR experience DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED: Experience working within a fast-paced News or Media environment, with an understanding of its unique operational and editorial demands. Proven track record of delivering global transformation programmes across multiple jurisdictions, navigating cultural, regulatory, and organisational complexity Experience within a consultancy environment (e.g. professional services or management consulting firms) Being a leader at the BBC means putting the organisation's interest, goals and values first, ahead of individual team or function needs. The characteristics of an enterprise leader are: Focuses on outcomes over activity, adapts quickly, and simplifies complexity. They balance short-term actions with long-term impact, take full accountability for actions and decision-making, and prioritise capability development to create teams fit for the future. If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Contracts of Employment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer. ]]>

Job Title: Employee Relations Manager Location: Remote / National Reports to: Head of HR Summary and Main Purpose: The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for leading and delivering a consistent, high-quality employee relations service across the entire business, supporting both operational sites and Head Office functions. Acting as the organisation’s subject matter expert for employee relations, the role partners closely with managers to proactively and reactively manage ER matters, ensuring fair, legally compliant and commercially sound outcomes. The role combines a hands-on operational approach, including national travel to sites, with a strategic remit focused on identifying trends and driving improvements across key people metrics such as absence, attrition, performance and capability. Key Duties: Act as the national subject matter expert on all employee relations matters across the business. Partner with managers across operations and Head Office to provide expert guidance on disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, capability and other ER cases. Travel nationally to operational sites to support and coach managers through complex ER issues, ensuring consistency and best practice. Lead and manage complex, high-risk and sensitive ER cases, providing clear recommendations and ensuring timely resolution. Ensure all ER activity is compliant with current employment legislation and company policies and procedures. Develop, review and update ER policies, procedures and guidance in line with best practice and legislative changes. Take a proactive approach to reducing absence and attrition by identifying root causes and implementing targeted interventions. Support the business in improving performance and capability through robust and fair processes and manager coaching. Deliver training and upskilling for managers on employee relations topics to build capability and confidence across the business. Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, consultations and TUPE processes where required. Promote and embed the business’s values, ensuring a positive and fair employee experience across all locations. Provide regular reporting and updates on ER activity, trends and risks to HR leadership. Undertake regular site visits and maintain visibility across the business to ensure a consistent approach to ER. Participate in and lead HR and business improvement projects related to employee relations and people performance. Complete all necessary administration for the effective management of the role. Undertake all other reasonable duties as required by the business. Candidate Requirements: Specialist expertise in Employee Relations, with a strong track record of managing complex ER matters. Experience within a healthcare-related or similarly highly regulated, compliance-driven industry. Proven experience in a dedicated Employee Relations role, ideally within a multi-site or national organisation. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application. Demonstrable experience managing complex and high-risk ER cases end-to-end. Experience of supporting both operational and corporate/Head Office stakeholders. Confident coaching managers on ER best practice and building capability. Experience of supporting organisational change, including restructures and TUPE. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Willingness and ability to travel nationally on a regular basis. CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience preferred. If this sounds like the right fit for your next career move, I’d love to speak with you! (url removed) Or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy