People Partner

Overview

Contract: Full-time, Permanent (38.75 hours per week). Location: London and South East, UK. Hybrid working with travel to branches across various locations (at least 3 days on the road).Role

We are seeking an experienced

People Partner

to provide strategic and operational HR support across the South East and London regions of the UK. Reporting to the Head of People Partnering, you will work closely with operational leaders to drive people strategies, foster a positive workplace culture, and support the achievement of business objectives.Responsibilities

Support in the delivery of the Group People Strategy in line with the Company’s vision and values.Act as a Business Partner for the business, delivering pragmatic, commercial and people-centric solutions while managing risk within regulatory and legal frameworks.Coach and support managers in addressing complex people-related issues.Partner with leaders to lead large change programs to help the business scale and address opportunities and challenges for their teams.Deliver key People Initiatives across the People Spectrum, including workforce planning, restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and review, employee engagement and performance management.Support the implementation of performance management processes, including setting objectives, conducting reviews, and providing feedback.Lead and support organisational change initiatives, helping employees adapt to changes and ensuring smooth transitions.Drive data-led decision-making through the use of People reporting capability.Requirements / Qualifications

Evidenced experience in a People Partner or similar role.Policy development, process review/design, and continuous improvement methods.Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate individuals.Understanding of TUPE, restructuring, and redundancy.Ability to define, scope and deliver complex people change.Experience delivering programmes designed by People Centres of Excellence.Understanding of FCA and CMA regulations is desirable.Experience working collaboratively.What we offer

Competitive salary dependent on experience.£4,500 Annual Car Allowance.25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.10% Yearly Company Bonus Scheme.BUPA Private Healthcare (Self).Life Assurance x2 Salary.Pension Scheme.Free On-Site Parking.Access to our full range of employee development schemes.Why join Dignity Funerals

We are committed to supporting our employees while delivering exceptional service to families across the UK. You’ll be joining a professional and compassionate organisation where your expertise in people will contribute to a positive working environment, ensuring fairness and consistency for all employees.Next steps

To be considered for this role, please submit your application via the “apply” button, where a member of our Talent Team will review your application.About Us

We are Dignity, one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. We are building the UK’s leading end of life company and operate Farewill, a leading will writer and probate provider. Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, driven by the goal to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end-of-life care.Regulatory and Inclusion

FCA Statement: We’re regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We value diverse teams and are committed to inclusion. If you need accessibility adjustments, please let us know.Unsolicited agency submissions will be accepted as direct applications from candidates, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right to close or extend closing dates depending on application ..... full job details .....