GAUCHO
Head of People
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Head of People
Gaucho are seeking an experienced Head of People to play a key role in delivering our People Strategy, developing our managers and help to shape a culture where our people can thrive. Reporting into the People Director, you will be responsible for driving all things people; everything from engagement, performance management, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, recognition and communication, alongside supporting leading the wider People team which includes Recruitment, L&D and Human Resources Business Partners.
Our portfolio currently has 19 restaurants across the UK with our Head Office located in Hanover Square (Central London).
Responsibilities:
- Supports the People Director to deliver on People Strategy and key initiatives
- Leads the HRBP Team and acts as deputy to People Director
- Drives Employee Engagement across the business through initiatives including Best Place to Work, Values Champions, Employee events etc
- Comp and Bens including Benefits admin, Pay grades, Bonus administration, Monthly Payroll checks
- ER including being the senior point of contact for employee relations issues
- Coaching managers to help develop their people management skills as required
- Undertake projects which will support the Company’s Aims/Strategies and/or improve the effectiveness of the People Department
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What will you be doing?
- Work closely with the People Director to deliver Gaucho’s People strategy and key initiatives, acting as their deputy when required
- Lead employee engagement initiatives, including Great Place to Work, Values Champions and team events, helping create a culture where our people feel valued and heard
- Oversee compensation and benefits administration, including pay grades, annual bonuses and monthly payroll checks
- Line manager 2 HRBPs, setting clear priorities, supporting their development and ensuring consistent, practical advice across our restaurants and Head Office with disciplinary, grievance, absence and other people matters
- Manage the relationship with our external employment law advisers, ensuring advice is clear, timely and appropriate to the business
- Coach managers to build their confidence and capability in leading teams, managing performance and handling people matters fairly and consistently
- Lead People projects that support Gaucho’s business priorities and improve the way we support our teams
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Benefits and Training:
- 50% off at all Gaucho Restaurants
- Referral and Length of Service Bonuses
- Incentive and reward schemes
- Cycle to work schemes
- Industry Apprenticeship Program Opportunities
- Career Development and Training Programs
- 28 paid annual holidays + options to purchase additional days
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