Job Description

We are hiring a People Partner to join our Central Functions and Logistics Leadership Team. This role is based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire Head office and will include some travel to our other UK sites.

The role

To partner with business leaders and line managers to develop capability and manage talent to enable the achievement of strategic priorities

Responsibilities

Lead the People added value, transactional, ethical and compliance agenda/activity to ensure the required standards are achieved Partner with the leadership team to ensure the right development and succession planning is in place to achieve the strategic priorities Provide developmental support, coaching and direction to line managers to ensure colleagues perform to expected results, and that clear guidance is given on approaches to building capability Work with functional leads, enabling line managers to drive accountability at the appropriate level and supports the managers to achieve this Interpret HR Policy, support and coach managers in the practical implementation of HR practice and employment legislation to ensure compliance and consistency Provide a professional advisory service that gives effective solutions to people issues ensuring a balance between individual and business needs Lead the recruitment planning and activation of skills needs and utilisation in line with business needs over the short to long term Engage with all relevant trade unions or colleague representatives on matters relating to Terms and Conditions, negotiations and general consultations Provide leadership and direction to the wider HR team to ensure that people are engaged, focused and delivering their potential

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

CIPD membership and qualification or time served in HR Proven experience in HR leadership, ideally within a multi-functional manufacturing environment Working with trade unions or colleague forums Up to date knowledge of employment legislation Proactive, organised and able to work flexibly in order to meet deadlines and have the drive to deliver results Intermediate Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel and Power point Ability to engage and give added value information Experience working with a diverse workforce Experience of leading and developing your own team (either a direct or indirect team)

The Offer

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire (Hybrid - 3 days on site) Salary: Competitive 15% annual company bonus scheme Company Car Allowance: 5,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday Pension: Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8%(salary sacrifice company pension scheme) Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays Medicash Plan Private Medical Life Assurance Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity Other Benefits: Free parking, tasty treats, bring your dog to work, discounted products & free hot drinks Choice of a series of non-contractual flexible benefits, including cycle to work, workplace nurseries and dental insurance. These are offered through salary sacrifice or pay deductions. Ability to purchase heavily discounted pet food.

Company

IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites. Our family of brands include Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.