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HR Business Partner

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HR Business Partner
I'm recruiting for an HR Business Partner opportunity which focuses on partnering with managers on employee relations, performance management, policy guidance and people-related matters, while also supporting HR projects, process improvements and broader HR programmes. It's a hands-on, generalist position offering the opportunity to influence both day-to-day operations and longer-term people initiatives within a global organization.
Location: Livingston
Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours working)
Contract Length: Until End of Year
Pay Rate: £20.05 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Support line managers in the process of new employee orientation where appropriate.
- Conduct ad hoc reviews as directed and propose recommendations regarding handling employment legislation, compliance, HR systems, practices and procedures and, with guidance, provide support and education to line management.
- Participate as assigned, with minimal supervision, in working with senior HR team members in the day-to-day development and implementation of new local and global HR initiatives.
- Work with more experienced HR team members on organizational effectiveness and HR partnering change management efforts associated with reorganizations, mergers/acquisitions and transfers to ensure compliance to local legislation.
- Operate as first point of contact for HR-related queries and work in conjunction with senior members of the HR team and line management on issues.
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Education & Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3 years of experience within an HR function as a generalist or a combination of generalist and specialist experience
Preferred:


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- Extensive knowledge of local and relevant employment legislation
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and HRIS applications
- Excellent problem-solving, judgment and decision-making skills
- Good presentation skills
- Good influencing and coaching skills
- Very high degree of discretion and confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and plan routine activities
- Good ability to work in a matrix environment
- Professional HR accreditation in progress
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