People Operations & Workforce Planning Business Partner - Hybrid

• Annual Salary: £34,524 - £35,712 (under review)
• Location: Belfast,
• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid 2 or 3 days a week, office based

Reed HR are working exclusively with Belfast based public sector organisation as they seek to expand their HR team.

This role will have two direct reports, and will focus on recruitment/workforce planning, employee relations and absence.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Oversee and support external and internal workforce planning processes with stakeholders and HRConnect, ensuring up-to-date records.
• Manage the agency worker framework and performance, securing timely cover for positions.
• Handle People and Culture-related queries, upholding policy and procedure while providing high-quality service.
• Conduct people operation-related meetings, addressing underperformance, conduct, and attendance issues.
• Produce monthly reports for stakeholders on the progression of People & Culture processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Manage internal audits and support the implementation of processes to achieve high-performance .
• Engage in positive communication within the People & Culture team and across the organisation, including partnership with Trade Unions.
• Lead and develop direct reports, providing coaching and mentoring to ensure continuous improvement in HR practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Level 5 qualification or above in a relevant field.
• Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a workforce planning function within People & Culture.
• Strong record-keeping skills for management reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, with skills in using pivot tables.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with a flexi working system.
• Hybrid working options.
• Access to a comprehensive professional development program.
• Annual leave of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after five years.
• Competitive benefits package, including public sector pension