Job summary: We're looking to appoint an experienced People Business Partner to provide strategic support to help deliver MHM's ambitious 3 year strategy. We work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Reporting to the Director of People and OD, our People Business Partner will support our operational teams to implement our People Strategy, ensuring our colleagues are valued and empowered, enabling them to deliver life changing solutions to the people who access our services.

Main duties of the job: Contribute to the development and delivery of the People Strategy through a collaborative relationship with the directorate/s. Develop a thorough understanding of the strategic and operational people issues in the relevant business area and work proactively with managers to support the delivery of local plans. Work with managers to develop and support the delivery of progressive people management practices and innovative People solutions in line with MHM's policies and procedures. Drive continual improvement initiatives to enhance workforce planning and performance and deliver ongoing business improvement. Role model the organisation's values and promote a culture which fosters positive employee relations and ensures fair and consistent treatment of all employees. Coach, support and challenge managers in the application of People policies and procedures, providing advice and guidance on people issues in order to minimise risks and develop a positive and productive culture and enhance employee engagement. Support the Director of People and OD on the strategic People issues arising from business growth including TUPE transfer, restructuring and changes to terms and conditions. Provide transformational advice on change management initiatives including consideration of organisational and service redesign; job role design; and alternative delivery models in order to improve service delivery

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users. Our People and Organisation Development (POD) Team are at the heart of driving our People Strategy, creating an environment which our employees are proud of and supporting our colleagues to be the best they can be.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: People Business Partner Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Flexible Salary: £45,427 About the role We're looking to appoint an experienced People Business Partner to provide strategic support to help deliver MHM's ambitious 3 year strategy. We work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Reporting to the Director of People and OD, our People Business Partner will support our operational teams to implement our People Strategy, ensuring our colleagues are valued and empowered, enabling them to deliver life changing solutions to the people who access our services. You will be a trusted strategic advisor for your stakeholders, providing expert advice, guidance and coaching to managers, proactively identifying people issues and trends, formulating and implementing solutions.

Essential:

• Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent experience
• CIPD qualified or evidence of continuous professional development
• Substantial experience in a generalist People role
• Proven experience of supporting and coaching managers to implement effective People management approaches in a people and service focused organisation
• Substantial experience of organisation change and consultations, including TUPE

What we offer

You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment and beyond which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. In addition, you will receive:

• A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
• A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions
• A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans
• Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Healthcare cash plan
• A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases