HR Manager - People AssociateThere’s More to GüGreat Place to Work award!Our Purpose is the Create the Most Irresistible Treats.Our Mission is to take Gu to more people and places whilst reducing our impact on the planet.We have & continue to grow significantly; we are the #1 brand in the UK and we’re also putting a lot into fulfilling our international growth agenda. In the UK over the last 5 years Gu has contributed 42% of the category growth and 2023 is set to deliver our fastest growth yet. Our Brand Plan will bring step change comms, bring first to market innovation and we will be listed in more places than ever before. Our International growth is driven through more consumers buying our Brand in existing markets such as France & Germany. While we continue to unlock new markets with launches in both the US & Spain.The roleReporting to the People Business Partner, the role will support the business-wide People Agenda at Shepherd’s Bush in employee relations, recruitment, people development, resourcing and reward activities.Key ResponsibilitiesSupports the Exec Team in Commercial, Marketing and Finance to design and implement their strategic people priorities to support the delivery of their department objectives.Drive a high-performance culture by challenging and coaching managers to appropriately apply performance and development principles and tools in line with our PACE ValuesDeliver day to day operational support and guidance to managers for complex employee relations, development, resourcing and reward as required.Deliver HR training to managers incorporating our PACE ValuesManage HR data and analyticsLead recruitment for Shepherd’s Bush office.Lead the Wonderful Workplace Office teamManage our GPTW survey and work closely with managers to ensure action plans are implemented site-wide and employee engagement is achievedCoach line managers and leaders to develop their capability in managing people issues and enabling optimum performance from their teams.Support the Talent Development Manager and People Business Partner to assess team, manager and employee development needs, make recommendations and actively seek solutions.Support the overall performance cycle throughout the year; including talent reviews, nine box grid sessions, 1:1’s, team meetings, etc.Line Management of the Office Manager for site.Manage project work as and when appropriate.The PersonExperience in managing complex ER issuesComprehensive working knowledge of employment law and best practiceExcellent relationship and rapport building skills with stakeholders at all levelsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to communicate technical HR information clearly and conciselyTactful, empathetic and a trusted confidanteSkillsCIPD qualified to Level 5 or above or equivalentEffective Workplace MediatorExtensive knowledge of UK employment legislationDemonstrate an in-depth knowledge and understanding of best practice HR tools and strategiesYour own ideas for how to create a great place to work, implementing them without direction.BenefitsElectric car schemeIncreased holiday with length of serviceOption to buy more holidayEnhanced maternity / paternity (Maternity is 6 months full pay after 2 years service. 3 months full for 1-2 years)Flexi week opportunity every yearCycle to workInterested? If you wish to apply for this role, please click on the apply button with a copy of your up-to-date CV.Not right for you? We’d still like to speak with you about other opportunities, so please do send an up to date copy of your CV and we will call you.