HR Business Partner

at  Bakkavor

WHAT WE DO.

We’re the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry - supplying meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose.

ABOUT THIS ROLE.

Are you ready to take your HR career to the next level? We’re seeking a dynamic People Partner to collaborate with Line Managers and Senior Leaders, playing a pivotal role in delivering our People Plan across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of a leading business, partnering closely with the Centers of Expertise to make a real impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Partnering: Work closely with the Senior HRBP to identify and resolve root causes of people challenges, providing expert advice and actionable solutions.
• Ethical Leadership: Support ethical compliance including SEDEX audits, modern slavery risk assessments, and ensure alignment with ethical trading standards.
• Talent Pipeline Management: Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to meet business needs, from recruiting high-calibre hourly workers to supporting internal succession for salaried roles.
• Employee Engagement: Coordinate employee surveys, help line managers develop action plans, and drive engagement at every level of the business.
• Learning & Development: Work closely with Learning & Development teams to build capability, upskill managers, and ensure we have a strong talent pipeline.
• Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with unions, temporary labour providers, and occupational health teams to ensure smooth operations and compliance with company standards.