Job overview

The Associate HRBP works as a member of the HR BP and Employee Relations team, with joint responsibility for leading on employee relations case management and supporting the strategic objectives of the HRBP team.

 The Associate HRBP will be responsible for providing a high quality, comprehensive, customer focused service to managers and staff within the Trust.

It is anticipated that there will be a split between employee relations and strategic HR BP activities, however the role will be flexible based on the needs of the service. 

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship.  All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will:

Work with the HR team in supporting the implementation of the Trust’s workforce strategy (joy at work), working with the wider HR team to address workforce issues

Co-ordinate, manage and ensure delivery on specific agreed areas of work

Provide advice and support to managers on dealing with people management issues through the various stages of the employee’s life cycle, including informal/formal stages

Compile reports for the HRBP and divisional teams as required on HR activity, highlight and address any areas of concern, in addition compile service specific reports and attend agreed management meetings

Coach and up skill managers to proactively manage staff within Trust policy

Provide data on the management of formal processes to ensure they are being undertaken within the agreed timescales as set out in Trust policy

Be responsible for supporting managers on the formulation of solutions to any HR issues within scope

Support the training and development of managers in the development of their people management skills, knowledge of Trust policies and procedures and best HR practice

Support the organisational change agenda, working collaboratively with key decision makers, senior managers and directors to inform and influence organisational development

Work on HR specific projects

Working for our organisation

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.