Overview

People Advisor – Glasgow, Lanarkshire

  • This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered
  • We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
  • The base location for this role would be agreed at the time appointment. Role would cover Glasgow and across to the outskirts of Edinburgh

Main Responsibilities

  • Support the Retail People Manager in the development of the regional people plan

  • Effectively implement the people plan within the North Region, acting as a role model for all people management activities

  • Coach and support Area/Shop Management to ensure an effective understanding of their role and responsibilities with regards to people policies, procedures and strategy

  • Ensure an effective and consistent approach to people management in relation to disciplinary, grievance and employee consultation

  • Build an effective working relationship with regional union representatives

  • Communicate to the Retail People Manager any gaps or development needs in relation to people policies and procedures, and assisting in reviewing/updating existing policies and procedures

  • Deliver training to Shop Management teams in relation to People policies and processes

  • Support recruitment, succession planning and performance management activities within the territory

  • Participate in projects as identified and agreed with the Retail People Manager

  • Support the management of all employee absence and wellbeing within the region

  • Demonstrate enthusiasm and encourage teams in line with company values, promoting a culture of leadership

Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience of working within a HR role, ideally across multi sites

  • Ideally CIPD qualified

  • A proven track record of delivering great results, developing people and dealing with complex people situations

  • Experience of juggling high priority tasks to ensure timeframes are met

  • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail

  • Effective communication skills across all levels

  • Ability to influence the right decision and outcome to ensure the company is always kept legal

  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills, in English, and the ability to present ideas and opportunities (including using known presentational tools)

  • IT skills including Microsoft 365; SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams

  • Full UK driving license as role will involve travel

  • Enjoy being part of a hard-working team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together 

  • Are supportive of an inclusive culture – recognising and valuing that difference is good

  • Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey!

 

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