People Business Partner

About the role

We are looking for a People Partner to join our Global People and Culture team in our offices in either Warwick or The Strand, London.

As the People Partner in Group Functions, you will partner with business partners in the Group Functions people team to deliver dedicated and tailored HR advice and support to a number of key Group Functions on all employee related issues, involving the interpretation and application of wider HR policy in order to suit specific business requirements.

Working with business partners in the Group Functions people team to deliver dedicated and tailored HR advice and support to a number of key Group Functions on all employee related issues, involving the interpretation and application of wider HR policy in order to suit specific business requirements.

As part of our hybrid and flexible working approach this permanent role offers a mix of office working in Warwick / The Strand and home working. We can also offer some flexibility in terms of hours/times.

What you'll do

• Support the delivery of key HR processes / cyclical activities (such as performance management and pay review) by working with HR COEs and business stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and compliance in the assigned business area
• Partner to provide tailored, best practice solutions to business problems, proactively seeking opportunities to build their knowledge of their customer’s business and requirements in order to provide tailored ‘fit for purpose’ advice.
• Work with business to translate HR strategy into clear objectives that are aligned to the future needs and future goals of the business area in order to provide accurate and timely support that enables them to achieve their goals.
• Through data analysis, analyse key themes, trends (internal and external) and performance metrics in order to identify how different scenarios may impact on the business and make recommendations for moving forward.
• Manage and facilitate organizational design and ongoing org and team visioning, and team building that support change and growth.
• Support the senior HR business partner to deliver on key strategic priorities across SEA, GC and People.

About you

• Demonstrable experience providing for key stakeholder relationship management, risk-based advice, tailored to the needs of the business working within the context of a complex, matrix organisation
• Knowledge and experience across the full spectrum of HR activities in order to provide a rounded service to the business area.
• Strong influencing and communication skills in order to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation and with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Experience of partnering with senior managers to drive the full scope of the talent agenda - including succession planning, and drive the subsequent development actions
• A motivated self-starter with the ability to adapt to different business needs and having the mindset of continuous improvement
• Be emotionally intelligent, with a number of courageous conversations under your belt to draw on when coaching and influencing others
• Ability to analyse data and provide insights to support strategic direction of the Group Functions
• Analyse complex situations and make well-considered decisions quickly and confidently, demonstrating commercial drive and acumen
• Experience of managing projects from initiation to implementation and review
• Discipline and attention to detail in managing data, policies and processes

Of course, it goes without saying that to work in our people team you’ll need to be trustworthy, credible and humble with a natural and human approach to people management

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £45,000 - £55,000 – dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About Us

National Grid touches the lives of almost everyone, with an energy network that stretches across the Atlantic. We’re an international team, and our work underpins the lives of millions of people. Feet forwards, head up, and eyes bright, we’re working hard to create value for people today – and shape the future of energy tomorrow.

In the UK, we don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt.

The world of energy is changing beyond recognition. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Our values and principles

At National Grid, through listening to what our customers need, every day we do the right thing and find a better way.

As a National Grid employee, you’ll treat our customers as a priority, taking time to listen and work with them to help give them the best experience we possibly can. You’ll need to be proactive and flexible in your approach and continually look for ways to exceed their expectations – sometimes in unexpected and helpful ways. You’ll provide accessible information when our customers need it and make things simple by using your expertise to guide them. Above all, you’ll follow through on your promises to deliver value, drive efficiency and give them a great customer experience.

We offer inclusion and diversity training for everyone here at National Grid, with a view to building an inclusive working environment and developing all our employees. Training opportunities range from unconscious bias and reverse mentoring to targeted training initiatives which are tailored to support our diverse and innovative work force.

The closing date for this vacancy is 2nd August. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

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At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.