People Lead - Defence

Descripción del puesto:

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
We are looking for an experienced People Lead to join our Defence team in Reading. Working with business leaders and leadership team on operational basis providing advice in all areas of HR with focus on the operational delivery of the HR requirements and delivering activity as detailed in the annual organisational and people plans within engine.
You'll be responsible for:
* Acting as the People Lead for the business unit, partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver people strategy.
* Providing expert advice and guidance to line managers on HR policies, employee relations, and people management best practice.
* Leading the delivery of core people activities, including performance management, employee relations, engagement and retention.
* Supporting workforce planning, including mobilisation and demobilisation, aligned to business and project requirements.
* Working closely with Talent Attraction to enable effective recruitment and hiring outcomes.
* Partnering with Reward to deliver annual salary reviews and ensure alignment with the career framework.
* Driving talent management and career development initiatives in collaboration with Talent, Development and Inclusion teams.
* Leading onboarding approaches to ensure a consistent and positive new joiner experience.
* Supporting and embedding engagement and retention initiatives aligned to company values and behaviours.
* Using people data and insights to inform decision making and improve business performance.
* Supporting organisational change and transformation initiatives within the business unit.

You'll need to have:
* Proven experience in a Peole Lead / HR Business Partner / HM Manager role within a generalist environment.
* Strong expertise in employee relations and applications of HR policies and procedures.
* Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders.
* Experience delivering people strategy alongside operational HR activity.
* Strong communications and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience in workfore planning, recruitment and talent development.
* Experience supporting organisational change and transformation.

* Previous experience working as an HR Manager in a generalist role or equivalent in an HR SME area
* Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) and CIPD membership.
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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