Job Reference: 31701
Job Type: Permanent Vacancy
Job Location: Guernsey

Our client is seeking a skilled HR Business Partner to join the HR Business Partnering function within their HR Operations team. In this strategic role, the HR Business Partner will provide dedicated HR support to specific operational areas, acting as a senior advisor to leadership teams. This position requires an expert in HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation who can establish credible relationships with senior stakeholders. The role also involves strategic workforce planning, managing a small HR team, and overseeing both informal and formal casework matters. This is a full-time position, ideal for a proactive HR professional adept at navigating complex HR matters and driving HR initiatives aligned with organisational strategy. Click here to read more   Job Duties: Serve as an HR Business Partner to designated operational areas, supporting HR initiatives that align with the People Strategy and supporting compliance with strategic priorities. Develop a deep understanding of workforce needs for operational areas, including ongoing service requirements and organisational change. Offer technical advice on HR policies, procedures, directives, and terms and conditions of employment. Collaborate with senior leadership in workforce planning, including data analysis, workforce assessments, and training provision. Gather and refine complex workforce data for senior HR management, providing responses to requests (e.g., Rule 11/Rule 14 enquiries, FOI, media questions) and preparing data for formal papers. Oversee casework management, including both informal and formal procedures, and ensure alignment with HR policies, procedures, and directives. Provide guidance to HR Managers and Advisors, emphasising timely resolution and remedy. Produce and approve Terms of Reference for formal case procedures managed by Support Services. Shape legal advice requests for HR Director approval and recommend exit strategies as required. Actively support HR transformation initiatives, contributing insights and resources to various HR projects. Manage and mentor a small HR team, fostering a professional, responsive, and customer-focused HR service. Act as an escalation point for HR risks and issues related to the operational workforce, ensuring the HR Director is informed. Regularly liaise with Support Services, identifying emerging risks and proposing resolutions. Ensure key risks and developments are communicated promptly to HR Directors and the Head of HR & OD. Engage in continuous improvement efforts for the HR service aligned with the People Strategy. Maintain personal CPD and complete mandatory training.   Job Requirements: CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management (Level 5). Significant HR experience with a strong understanding of HR best practices and Guernsey employment legislation. Proven ability to build credible relationships with senior stakeholders, providing persuasive technical advice on complex HR issues. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage at all organisational levels. Demonstrated success in leading and managing HR teams, with a focus on customer-centric outcomes. Experience handling a dynamic workload and adapting to changing priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and capacity to learn bespoke HR systems.   What You’ll Love:Our client offers an opportunity to lead impactful HR initiatives and make a difference in shaping a responsive, professional HR function. Working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, you will influence strategic decisions, drive HR transformation, and ensure HR services meet evolving organisational needs. With a commitment to your professional development, our client encourages ongoing learning and provides access to CPD resources. Interested? Register today, confidentially, with one of our friendly and dedicated recruitment specialists by clicking here  

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