Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.
We're looking for a Senior People & Culture Business Partner to join our Head Office team in Kings Hill, Kent. This brand-new role offers an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to build, influence and drive meaningful change through both strategic and operational initiatives across our global Group functions.
As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you'll bring your expertise in organisational transformation, talent development and people strategy to support our continued evolution and growth. You'll join a dynamic, forward-thinking team contributing to strategic programmes that align with our global objectives and OKRs.
Responsibilities
* Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with business objectives driving performance and engagement.
* Lead organisational transformation and change management initiatives across Group Functions.
* Develop and implement leadership development and succession planning strategies.
* Provide expert employee relations and employment law guidance primarily in the UK.
* Support business leaders with talent acquisition and workforce planning.
* Champion a positive inclusive and high-performance culture embedding company values.
* Drive performance and reward strategies to attract and retain top talent.
* Lead or contribute to People & Culture transformation projects to improve efficiency and impact.
* Support the implementation of HR systems to enhance people data visibility.
Essential:
* Proven experience in a senior People & Culture business partnering role ideally within a commercial and fast-paced environment.
* Ability and willingness to travel across our UK sites.
* Ability to commit to onsite working.
* Strong background in transformation and change management within an HR function.
* Demonstrable experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving strategic People & Culture initiatives.
* Commercially minded with the ability to balance people and business priorities effectively.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in ambiguity and drive solutions.
* Global HR experience or exposure to international HR practices with a strong understanding of international employment practices.
* Strong resilience adaptability and ability to manage competing priorities.
* Proficiency in HR systems ideally including MS D365.
Desirable:
* Experience in FMCG food production manufacturing or retail environments.
* CIPD qualification or equivalent HR certification.
What We Offer
* Discretionary company bonus.
* Hybrid working 3 days in office 2 remote.
* 25 days holiday plus.