Job Description

We have a brand new role within The Caterfood Buying Group People team. As an HR Business Partner you would be part of the larger People & Sustainability team which plays an integral part in supporting a number of divisions within Bidcorp UK.

This role will support The Caterfood Buying Group, which is a collection of independent foodservice suppliers working together to offer both extensive product range, industry knowledge and geographical coverage.

Please note: this role is home based and involves mandatory travel to Paignton (Devon), Totton (Southampton) and Newhaven (East Sussex), so flexibility will be essential. (Travel will likely be 1 - 3 times a month but may be more on occasion if needed).

The Role / Role Essentials

As a key member of The Caterfood Buying Group People Operations team you will work with Managing Directors and The Caterfood Buying Group Leadership teams to deliver commercially viable HR solutions to develop capability and drive performance. You will also lead and deliver people plan for your area in collaboration with your Managing Directors, giving insight led solution(s) to ensure fit for now and into the future. In addition to leading and supporting key business change by promoting behaviours that will drive success across The Caterfood Buying Group, you will also support and deliver talent management initiatives with business leaders ensuring stakeholders are fully engaged. You will also work collaboratively with the wider HR team (e.g. L&D, People Services and Payroll) including agreeing any priorities to meet customer requirements and deliver and embed tools/processes.

Who We're Looking For

To be successful in the role you will be able to demonstrate a commercial focus as well as an excellent understanding of UK employment law and demonstrable experience of its commercial and pragmatic application. You will also need: Previous experience as an HR Business Partner Experience supporting multiple sites, preferably geographically dispersed, (but not essential). CIPD qualified Full UK full driving license Significant true HR Business partnering and relationship building experience across the whole employee life cycle in a high paced, high delivery, multi-site diverse environment is essential The ability to work under pressure, plan, coordinate and prioritise activities and have self-discipline and motivation and have excellent communication and negotiation skills with the gravitas, presence and ability to build strong relationships. The ability to have difficult conversations when required.

The Benefits / What's in it for You (or similar)

In addition to a supportive and friendly team, we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, company pension, healthcare plan, season ticket loan, cinema / B&Q discounts and more

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you have a full UK Driving License Do you have minimum 1 years experience as an HR Business Partner? Are you comfortable with travel to Paignton, Newhaven and Totton?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO40 3YS