At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.
As HR Business Partner, you will support the Commercial leadership team within the UK & Ireland in the areas of talent management, performance management, employee and leadership development, employee relations, change management, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness, in addition to assistance with talent acquisition. Also, assisting in the development and implementation of human resources priorities and objectives for the region, in alignment with the global HR Centers of Excellence (COE) and broader organizational priorities.
What’s in it For You?
- 12 month FTC
- Hybrid work arrangement to support work-life balance
- Competitive pay programs with excellent bonus opportunities in all geographies, essential to attracting and retaining global talent.
- 2 annual days paid volunteering leave.
- Access to real career growth opportunities in HR or other related areas of interest.
- QH University: Continuous training tools for all seniority levels.
- Attractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion & other DEI programs.
- Opportunities to see your efforts contribute toward the success of the business. Solving problems and creating value are part of our DNA
What will you do?
- Serves as a consultant to the leaders in designated client groups within UK & Ireland, with primary focus on the Commercial business in addition to matrix support of other lines of business.
- Employs effective change management strategies to aid in business transformation activities.
- Supports organizational change and design by working with senior management and other HRBPs to identify business requirements and implement appropriate solutions.
- Formulates partnerships across the global HR function to deliver value-added service to leadership and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.
- In partnership with the Talent & Organizational Capability COE, works closely with local leadership and employees to improve engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness aimed at delivering stronger business performance.
- Manage TUPE projects as and when required, including interfacing with other departments and HR leadership team.
- Leads annual processes related to talent management and succession planning, performance management and compensation planning for the country population.
- Collaborates with Talent Acquisition colleague regarding recruitment activities for the sites.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations as appropriate. In partnership with leaders, develops Performance Improvement Plans for employees with substandard performance.
- May serve as a project leader for HR and/or business-driven initiatives (i.e. organizational structure changes, cultural change, employee rewards, organizational effectiveness, etc.)
- Provides employees and management with coaching and counseling, ensuring objectivity and professionalism in dealing with sensitive issues.
What do we look for?
- Minimum CIPD level 5
- Senior level similar HR experience in a business-facing role, Talent management and development experience, Strong employee relations experience
- English language
- Change Management and organizational development experience.
Join the team and let's do great things together!
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