Rider Levett Bucknall RLB
HR Manager- 6 months FTC
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Department: Human Resources
Location: Birmingham
Description
Why RLB?
At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress.
We value your skills, talents, and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless.
Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways.
We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector.
You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights.
What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lie at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing.
Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Manager (for 6 months FTC initially) to provide strategic and operational support across multiple European countries.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex HR operations, with knowledge of European employment legislations.
Role Responsibilities
- Act as the HR point of contact for business units across Europe, ensuring alignment with wider HR strategy and local compliance
- Partner with the wider HR team and senior stakeholders to design and implement initiatives that support engagement, retention, and talent development
- Working alongside People Manager to support European growth and new entities in various countries
- Ensure HR systems, data, and processes are standardized, efficient, and compliant with GDPR and local regulations
- Work closely with country managers, finance, legal, and the wider HR team to deliver compliant HR support
- Work closely with the Recruitment team to ensure a timely onboarding process
- Ensure HR policies and practices comply with employment legislations in all operating countries
- Serve as the regional escalation point for complex HR matters, ensuring timely and compliant resolution
- Champion a positive and inclusive culture across diverse European teams
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Candidate Profile
Experience
- Previous experience in a similar role within Europe
- Strong understanding of employment law and HR practices across multiple European countries
- Strategic and hands-on HR capability
- Happy to travel to Europe on a regular basis
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Strong project management and change leadership
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
Behaviours
- Recognised as a client-focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
- Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.
RLB Employee Benefits
Our culture is built around enabling you to fulfil your potential, so you can look forward to benefits that include:
- Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
- Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
- Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
- Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
- Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes.
- Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
- Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
- Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.
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Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Promise
We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution, and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Find out more here: [Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe](Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe)
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@uk.rlb.com
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