Job Description

Job Title:

Group HR Manager

Full - time, Permanent

Hybrid working with UK offices in Grantham & Haywards Heath.

Company Overview

Operating globally, Petcover is an independently owned and operated pet insurance company that has been insuring pets for over 40 years. We are proud to have insured hundreds of thousands of pets, focusing on understanding the owner and pets' needs with a dedication to delivering exceptional customer service.

We offer a comprehensive range of cover for cats, dogs, horses, and exotic pets, with the widest range of policy options and cover levels to suit. As pet specialists, we can provide an unrivalled knowledge of pet health and care.

We currently have 5 offices around the globe: Australia, New Zealand, UK, Austria, and Ireland.

Job Summary:

The Group HR Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of human resources strategy and operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local labour laws, fostering a unified corporate culture, and aligning HR practices with the company's global business objectives, while navigating cultural differences and international workforce complexities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning:

Develop and implement comprehensive group HR strategies aligned with the company's overall business goals.

Talent Acquisition and Management:

Lead global recruitment efforts, identify high-potential talent across regions, and manage talent mobility initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits:

Design and administer globally competitive compensation and benefits packages while considering local regulations and market practices.

Compliance Management:

Ensure adherence to all local employment laws and regulations across different countries.

Performance Management:

Establish and oversee a standardized performance management system for the global workforce.

Employee Development:

Facilitate training and development programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities across different regions.

Cultural Integration:

Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture that respects diverse backgrounds and fosters collaboration across borders.

Labour Relations:

Manage employee relations issues on a global scale, including addressing grievances and resolving conflicts.

Reporting and Analysis:

Monitor key HR metrics and provide insights to leadership on workforce trends and performance.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Deep understanding of international HR practices: Extensive knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations, and cultural nuances across different regions. Strategic thinking: Ability to develop and execute comprehensive global HR strategies aligned with business objectives. Cross-cultural communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with employees and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. Leadership skills: Proven ability to lead and manage teams across multiple locations. Analytical skills: Capability to analyse data and identify trends to inform HR decision-making. Project management skills: Ability to manage complex HR initiatives across different regions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred). Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles. Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws, and regulations. Exceptional problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Leadership and team management experience. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to adapt to changing workforce trends and drive innovation in HR practices.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Life insurance
Experience:

Human resources: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grantham NG31 7JX