Location
Across the SGN Network – Horley, Portsmouth, Epsom, Aldershot, Ashford, Poole, Oxford, Godstone, Horsham.
Salary & Benefits
£48k – 55k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications) + Car Allowance.
Full time | 4 days Depot based 1 day Remote working.
Competitive pension scheme – Car Allowance – Bonus Scheme – BUPA Healthcare – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more.
Role Overview
We are looking for a proactive and experienced People Partner. You will be key to fostering a positive Employee Relations climate, providing expert advice to managers across the business, improving employee engagement and business performance. You will have full autonomy and lead on employee relations cases, delivering training & coaching to reduce future ER issues and contribute to People projects, continuous improvement and nurturing emerging talent.
Responsibilities
* Actively and autonomously manage employee relations cases, including grievances, disciplinaries, performance management and absence management.
* Provide expert advice and guidance to managers across the business on people policies, procedures and best practice, ensuring full compliance with employment law.
* Support managers in ER cases to ensure procedural fairness and work proactively to reduce case volume through early intervention and coaching.
* Develop and deliver training and coaching sessions for managers on essential HR topics such as performance management and absence management, equipping managers with the knowledge to confidently handle routine ER cases.
* Nurture emerging talent through regular performance reviews with apprentices, identifying further education and training needs across the business.
* Provide project coordination and administrative/logistical support to Senior People Partners during organisational restructuring initiatives.
* Maintain accurate employee records and data and prepare People team reports and metrics as required, ensuring GDPR compliance.
What You Will Need
* Proven experience in an HR Partnering, Employee Relations Specialist, or similar role.
* Established knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
* Experience managing employee relations cases and advising senior stakeholders.
* Expertise in generalist operational/tactical HR issues.
* Experience working collaboratively with Trade Unions in frontline‑led organisations.
* Ability to build positive relationships.
* Proven experience developing and delivering manager training and coaching.
* Exposure to organisational change.
* Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Commercial awareness and high numeracy.
* Resilience, and ability to manage uncertainty and ambiguity, pivoting in response to shifting priorities.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities across various business areas.
Required Qualifications
* CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience).
Preferred Qualifications
* CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience).
Travel
You will have to travel between business area sites across South England and Scotland, including occasional overnight stays.
About SGN
SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net‑zero energy system. Our cutting‑edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.
Application & Support
If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We’re here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
Why SGN?
We value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we encourage you to still apply. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.
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