6 Contract Positions jobs in Glasgow City

Interim 4 - 6 Month Contract

Escape Recruitment Services Commercial Division are currently recruiting for a HR Manager for our Client, a leading FMCG organisation based in the Falkirk area.

This will be a site based, standalone role. The contract will be to cover on an interim basis to support a period of planned absence which is estimated to last between 4 - 6 months, possibly longer.

Reporting to the Operations Director and part of the site Leadership team, you will be responsible for leading HR day-to-day operational activities for the site.

Responsibilities Include

• Manage Recruitment plans and strategy, including on-boarding and induction.
• Employee relations including disciplinaries, grievances, attendance and performance management.
• Build strong internal awareness of HR, encouraging employees to engage with HR and provide support and positive working relationships.
• Work closely with Operations Leadership team and attend regular management meetings.
• Point of contact for site employees and managers, providing guidance, coaching and advice on HR related policies.
• Monitor time and attendance data, quality check for accuracy and submit to Payroll for monthly processing.
• Work closely with internal teams including Group, Operations, Payroll and Health & Safety.
• Devise Learning & Development plan this will include succession planning, identifying training needs and coordination.
• Company rewards which includes annual salary reviews, pension, holiday entitlement etc.
• Implement policies and procedures, ensure these are communicated and adhere to across the site.
• Provide data and reports as required by site and Group.
• Maintain HR database, employee records and files.
• Review current HR systems, processes and procedures and identify opportunities to streamline and implement improvements

Background Required

• Solid experience of working within a HR generalist role at Senior HR Advisor, HR BP &/or HR Manager level.
• Ideally educated to degree level with CIPD to minimum Level 5 or above although experience will also be considered.
• Comfortable working in a standalone, hands-on HR role, covering all areas of HR including administration to strategy.
• Able to demonstrate specific experience in employee relations and engagement with up to date UK employment law and legislation knowledge.
• Exceptional communication skills at all levels.
• Confident IT skills including MS Office, HR database, T&A & ERP systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CIPD qualification is desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, preferably in an HR Business Partner or similar role.
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and HR policy development.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

**Please note this role is open to our office locations in Glasgow, Birmingham or London**

We are delighted to announce that SThree is searching for a Senior HR Business Partner to join the team. Reporting to the Head of HR for UK & ROE, this exciting opportunity is based in our Glasgow office (Cadworks Building), on a permanent basis, hybrid working.

The Senior HRBP works in partnership with Senior Leaders in the UK business, executing both global & regional strategy initiatives through the development of both global and local people plans aligned to the overarching people and business goals.

Who will you be working for?

SThree is the global STEM-workforce consultancy. We connect sought-after specialists with dynamic organisations around the world. We advise businesses, build expert teams, and deliver project solutions to drive innovation across STEM sectors, helping them to Outpace tomorrow, together.

What are the key expectations of this role?

• Devise and implement people plans that will achieve local as well as global and regional People strategy, goals, and priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to ensure local strategic people issues, opportunities and risks are fully understood and the People Plans are aligned to the strategy and priorities of the Global function.
• Partner with various Stakeholders across the UK to develop people plans that meet regional/global people strategy and functional business outcomes.
• Support in enabling and driving business performance through improving the performance, capability, and retention of people.
• Act as a key member of the relevant Stakeholder Leadership Teams, providing independent view and challenge.
• Take appropriate action to progress the desired culture and behaviours, aligning these to regional/global expectations.
• Use collaboration and expertise to support delivery of Regional and Global People Plan objectives, including talent attraction, succession planning, engagement, wellbeing, DEI, L&OD interventions, and reward practices.
• Promote participation in the eNPS survey and support your business leaders in ensuring their functional feedback drives actions which improve employee engagement.
• Form strong and influential relationships between senior leaders and fellow People colleagues to deliver value to the business.
• Give personal focus / expertise on complex employee relations cases on a wide range of HR matters.
• Lead and develop HR team members where appropriate.
• Direct leaders to the most appropriate source of advice, ensuring that there are clear and well understood practices when it comes to utilising shared services.
• Lead and own complex ER matters, including but not limited to matters relating to regional people change projects and tribunal cases
• Ensure the relevant HR systems have accurate and up to date information /usage for example performance management. (knowledge of & Success Factors useful).
• Lead on local and Global people projects ensuring timely and successful delivery.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience …

• Demonstrable experience in generalist HR, working in the capacity of a Senior HR Business Partner
• Experience of coaching, guiding, and advising local leadership
• Courageous and able to influence at senior levels and develop credibility quickly.
• Experience of policy development and implementation within an international business
• Substantial employee relations experience and the ability to translate employment law and employee relations practice into policy /procedures/ guidelines
• Refined HR consultancy skills to develop effective and fit for purpose people solutions.

Qualifications:

• Chartered CIPD/Level 7 qualification, or a commitment to working towards is desirable

Benefits for our U.K. teams include:

• The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our hybrid working principles
• Bonus linked to company and personal performance
• Generous 28 days holiday allowance, plus public holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Five days paid Caregiver/Dependent leave per annum
• Five paid days off per year for volunteering
• Private healthcare, discounted dental insurance and health care cashback scheme
• Opportunity to participate in the company share scheme
• Access to a range of retail discounts and saving

What we stand for.

We’re committed to ensuring that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application please let us know, and we’ll be happy to help.

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary issues.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Advise on compensation, benefits, and HR policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs.
• Manage employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Support organizational design and change management efforts.
• Act as a confidential advisor to employees and management.

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role.
• Demonstrated experience in advising senior leadership on HR matters.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment law, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR technology solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a remote environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• CIPD or equivalent HR certification is a plus.

• Partner with business leaders to understand and address their strategic HR needs.
• Provide guidance and support on talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies.
• Manage employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and advise on disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Oversee performance management processes and support career development initiatives.
• Advise on compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and equity.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with employment law and company objectives.
• Drive change management initiatives and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support business decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CIPD qualified or equivalent professional HR certification.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
• Proven experience in managing complex employee relations issues.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics.