Opportunity summary: To support the East Kilbride site by providing varied generalist support across the full range of people matters. A trusted advisor, a change champion and a compliance guru. How you will impact WestRock Business Excellence * Responsible for providing proactive, effective and efficient HR advice, coaching and guidance to senior management, line managers and staff within a unionised environment * Work closely with senior managers to develop and drive people plans aimed at promoting an engaged and highly productive workforce * Achieving all objectives both strategic and operational * Leading/driving talent mapping, development, succession planning projects to meet business/HR strategy * Lead and deliver HR projects and change initiatives within the East Kilbride site * Be the HR lead to the site employee recognition programs * Support the talent acquisition process, providing HR support to the recruitment process * Manage a range of casework (Absence, disciplinary and grievance) and ensuring that cases are managed effectively to deliver optimum outcomes whilst keeping abreast of any associated risks * Work collaboratively with the wider HR team to support delivery of global projects and initiatives * Guide leaders through performance cycles, calibration, and recognition programs; ensure pay and bonus reviews align with reward frameworks and market practice * Analyse/interpreting monthly HR KPI\u2019s, utilising data to influence decisions * Shaping learning plans (frontline to leaders): onboarding, technical capability, leadership development, and continuous improvement * Lead by example to drive Smurfit WestRock\u2019s culture and values; lead engagement action plans and feedback loops across site and functions. * Partner with DEI initiatives to ensure inclusive practices, accessibility, and equitable opportunities in all people processes. * Maintain policy governance, consult on changes to reflect legal, operational, and cultural requirements * What you need to succeed: \u2022Proven HR generalist experience within a fast-paced, operational environment (experience within unionised environments beneficial). \u2022CIPD level 5 qualified or working towards \u2022Good knowledge of current UK employment legislation \u2022Excellent communication, influencing and coaching skills \u2022Demonstrable communication and influencing skills \u2022Ability to challenge and debate issues in a constructive manner \u2022Excellent planning and organisational skills \u2022Able to demonstrate continuous improvement in a previous role \u2022Ability to look at situations from several points of view and demonstrate empathy \u2022Ability to manage & deliver multiple activities consistently to high standard Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.