<p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">HR Business Partner – HR Systems &amp; Projects</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Webbs is an award-winning garden centre retailer with four stores and a growing ecommerce business. Our premium garden centres offer exceptional horticulture departments alongside quality gifts, homeware, furniture, clothing and high-quality restaurants.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">We’re an independent family business <span class="jobDetsMarker" style="display:none;"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span><span class="jobDetsMarker"></span>with a great team of people. Our values are Genuine, Caring, Experts, and we’re proud of our excellent workplace culture, with a focus on fun, wellbeing and getting the job done together. We have also won national awards including Best UK Workplaces, Best UK Workplace for Women and Excellence in Wellbeing awards.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">We are looking for an experienced <strong class="customHTML">HR Business Partner with strong HR systems expertise</strong> to join our Human Resources team, reporting to the Head of HR and People.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">This is a key role for someone who combines strong generalist HR knowledge with <strong class="customHTML">hands-on experience of iTrent or a similar HRIS</strong>. You will play a leading role in developing, maintaining and improving our HR systems, ensuring they support the needs of the business and provide accurate, efficient and user-friendly HR processes.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Alongside your systems responsibilities, you will act as a trusted HR adviser to managers and senior leaders, supporting the full employee lifecycle and leading a range of HR projects and initiatives.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">HR Systems</strong></span></p><ul class="customHTML"><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Take ownership of the <strong class="customHTML">development, configuration, maintenance and optimisation of our HR system</strong>, including iTrent or a comparable HRIS.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Lead and support <strong class="customHTML">system upgrades, testing, implementation and troubleshooting</strong>, working with external providers where required.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Identify opportunities to improve system functionality, automate processes and enhance the employee and manager experience.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Ensure HR data is accurate, secure and maintained to a high standard.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Develop HR reports and management information, using data to provide meaningful insights.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Translate HR and business requirements into effective <strong class="customHTML">system solutions and process improvements</strong>.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Support integrations with payroll and other people-related systems and ensure effective data flows.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Act as a key point of contact for HR system queries and provide guidance and support to users.</span></li></ul><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">HR Business Partnering &amp; Projects</strong></span></p><ul class="customHTML"><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and senior leaders across the employee lifecycle.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Manage complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Lead and deliver HR projects, including organisational change, policy development, process improvement and HR systems initiatives.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Support workforce planning, talent management, succession planning, engagement and wellbeing initiatives.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR policies, processes and effective use of HR systems.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Work closely with our external managed payroll provider to ensure accurate, compliant and timely payroll processing.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Drive continuous improvement across HR processes, systems and ways of working.</span></li></ul><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Essential Requirements</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">We are looking for an HR professional with a genuine <strong class="customHTML">passion and aptitude for HR systems</strong>, alongside strong generalist HR and business partnering experience.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">You will have:</span></p><ul class="customHTML"><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Strong hands-on experience of (Ideally) iTrent or a similar HRIS/HCM platform.</strong></span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Demonstrable experience of <strong class="customHTML">developing, configuring, maintaining and improving a HR system</strong> – not simply using it as an end user.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Experience supporting or managing <strong class="customHTML">system upgrades, testing, implementation and troubleshooting</strong>.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">The ability to understand HR and business requirements and translate these into effective system solutions.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Strong knowledge of HR data, reporting and data integrity.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Experience delivering HR systems and/or process improvements.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager or in a similar senior HR advisory role.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Excellent analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience.</span></li></ul><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Desirable</strong></span></p><ul class="customHTML"><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Experience within a <strong class="customHTML">similar multi-site environment</strong>.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Advanced Excel and reporting skills.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Experience working with external HRIS, payroll or technology providers.</span></li><li class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">CIPD Level 7 qualification.</span></li></ul><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">About You</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">The ideal candidate will have a minimum of <strong class="customHTML">5 years' HR generalist experience</strong>, combined with strong HR systems expertise.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Most importantly, you will enjoy understanding how HR systems work and finding ways to make them <strong class="customHTML">better, more efficient and more effective</strong>. You will be comfortable working with system configuration, data, testing and troubleshooting, while also understanding the wider HR and business requirements.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">You will be proactive, analytical and solutions-focused, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement, alongside the interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with managers, senior leaders and external providers.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">The Role</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Location:</strong> Wychbold, Worcestershire – reasonable commuting distance required <strong class="customHTML">Hours:</strong> 20 hours per week, part-time and permanent – days and hours to be agreed <strong class="customHTML">Reporting to:</strong> Head of HR and People</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Our reward package includes a generous Webbs discount, private medical insurance, company pension scheme, free parking, professional development opportunities and CIPD progression.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">If you’re an experienced HR professional who is passionate about <strong class="customHTML">HR systems, technology and continuous improvement</strong>, and you’d like to join our fun and friendly Webbs team, we’d love to hear from you.</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">Salary: £35,500 (£17,974.68 pro-rata)</span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt"><strong class="customHTML">Click "Apply Now" to join our team.</strong></span></p><p class="customHTML"><span class="customHTML" style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14pt">&nbsp;</span></p>