Job Description

Senior Global People Partner

Strategic | Commercial | People-First

About the role

We're on the hunt for a

Senior Global People Partner

who loves strategy, people and pace. In this role, you'll act as a trusted partner to an Enterprise Functional Leader and their division--shaping and delivering a

People & Culture strategy

that enables performance, growth and engagement across the business.


This is a

fast-moving, commercially driven, global environment

, so you'll be confident partnering with time-poor senior leaders, comfortable making pragmatic people decisions, and energised by complexity.


You'll also be our

country Subject Matter Expert

, advising on compensation, employee relations, legal matters, culture and payroll--while playing a key role in the success of our global People & Culture team.


The role reports to the

Chief People Officer (CPO)

and requires flexibility to occasionally work extended hours (up to 8pm SA time) to support US-based teams in real time .

What you'll do

1. Strategic People Partner to the Division

You will:

Act as a

strategic advisor

to Divisional leaders on all people-related matters Align People & Culture strategy with divisional priorities and business goals Partner closely with leaders to define and deliver people initiatives aligned to the broader People Strategy Provide guidance across a wide range of global people topics, including: + Talent acquisition & bespoke onboarding + Performance management
+ Employee relations
+ Reward & recognition
+ Continuous learning & engagement
Own and deliver a

seamless employee lifecycle experience

Collaborate cross-functionally to support divisional and organisational success Participate in leadership team meetings to stay close to divisional priorities and people impacts Provide meaningful

people insights

, understanding how employees feel and what matters most to them Coach leaders pragmatically in talent development, organisational design, change leadership and performance management Review people analytics (turnover, engagement, performance), spotting trends, risks and opportunities early Build leadership capability in goal-setting, team reviews and having regular, human conversations Ensure in-country benefits are competitive and aligned to business strategy Drive company culture and strategic initiatives throughout the Division Build a strong understanding of UK and US market contexts, cultural norms and people practices to provide relevant, localized support to teams and leaders in these geographies. Execute UK and Ireland payrolls Manage benefit platforms and providers, ensuring accuracy, timely renewals and clear communication Partner with third-party suppliers

2. Global People & Culture Team Member

You will also:

Contribute to the overall success of People & Culture across the business Co-design people strategy, solutions and initiatives with the global P&C team Collaborate closely with Senior People Partners and Operations & Employee Experience Managers Be a positive, engaged team player who enhances team dynamics

Key Performance Areas

People partnership effectiveness for the Division Contribution as a member of the global People & Culture team

Key Performance Indicators

Divisional team effectiveness & engagement Achievement of divisional goals Achievement of People & Culture goals

? Why this role?

This is a

high-impact, senior role

where you'll influence leaders, shape culture globally and help create an environment where people genuinely thrive--while having fun along the way.


If you're a

strategic People Partner

who loves people, pace and purpose--we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

What you'll bring

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in HR, Commerce or related field, or

CIPD Level 7

(or equivalent)

7+ years' experience

in a senior People Partnering role Proven expertise in recruitment, change management and coaching senior leaders Experience working across multiple geographies and cultures (UK/US experience advantageous) Background in a fast-paced global environment (FMCG, Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Tech or similar) Strong knowledge of HR legislation, systems and best practices Commercially astute with strong business acumen Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Analytical, solutions-focused and comfortable navigating ambiguity Digitally savvy, energetic and results-driven Passionate about continuous improvement and integrated ways of working

Your Superpowers

Flexible and adaptable, able to support global teams across time zones Culturally agile and able to build trust quickly Decisive, pragmatic and comfortable living in the grey Organised, detail-oriented and self-driven Strategic, people-loving and customer-focused Resilient, curious and growth-minded Able to create meaningful, fun and engaging people experiences Confident change leader with strong facilitation and presentation skills

Benefits

Why Join Us?

Attractive Salary Package Flexible Hybrid Work Model Health Support Allowance Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive Group Life Insurance Professional Growth Opportunities Collaborate with a global team focused on innovation and inclusion * Be part of a culture that fosters curiosity and continuous improvement