Job description
Job Opportunity: People Operations & Workforce Planning Business Partner
Location: Newforge Lane
Hours: 37 per week
Pay Rate: £34,524 per annum
About the Role
The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) is seeking an experienced People Operations & Workforce Planning Business Partner to play a key role in supporting our organisational success.
You'll take ownership of day-to-day workforce planning, oversee people operations, and work closely with stakeholders, HRConnect, and trade union partners to ensure AFBI remains a high-performing and supportive workplace.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will:
- Lead and support workforce planning processes with AFBI stakeholders and HRConnect.
- Manage the agency worker framework to secure timely cover for positions.
- Advise on People & Culture matters, ensuring policies and procedures are upheld.
- Conduct meetings relating to underperformance, conduct, and attendance reviews.
- Provide accurate monthly reports and maintain detailed records for management.
- Carry out monthly internal audits and secure independent sign-off.
- Coach and mentor HR team members, promoting continuous improvement.
- Build strong, positive working relationships across AFBI.
- Ensure confidentiality and duty of care at all times.
Essential Criteria
To be considered, you must have:
- A Level 5 qualification (e.g. HND, DipHE, Foundation Degree, Level 5 NVQ or equivalent).
- Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
- At least 2 years' experience in a workforce planning role with hands-on People & Culture processes (e.g. recruitment, absence management, grievance & disciplinary, bullying & harassment).
- Strong record-keeping skills for management reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word (including pivot tables).
- Access to transport to fulfil the role's duties.
Why Join Us?
At AFBI, you'll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to achieving our strategic goals. You'll have the opportunity to lead, influence, and make a measurable impact on organisational performance.
How to Apply
If you meet the essential requirements and are ready to take the next step in your HR career, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Email your application to Hannah Fitzsimons at:
[email protected]
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