Company Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 6000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award-winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™.

At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers, but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs.

If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are looking for a knowledgeable Senior HR Business Partner with an emphasis on Project Management who will serve as a strategic partner to our global UK management team and influence HR projects across the South West region. This role requires a deep appreciation of HR values, coupled with the ability to drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement within a fast-paced software environment.

Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Partner closely with senior management to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Provide expert guidance and support to managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters, including performance management, employee relations, talent development, and organizational design.
• Steer the implementation of HR programs and initiatives, including talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, employee engagement, and diversity and inclusion efforts.
• Conduct thorough HR analysis to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive positive change.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of HR initiatives, maintaining alignment with company values and culture.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels, fostering open communication, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Lead and manage end-to-end HR projects across South West region, including but not limited to talent management, employee engagement, performance management, learning and development, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to ensure the successful execution of HR projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Utilize project management methodologies and tools to track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Act as a change agent by driving organizational change initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the HR function.
• Provide guidance and support to HR team members involved in project execution, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Work with internal stakeholders, including HR specialists, recruiters, and business leaders, to gather requirements, define project scope, and deliver innovative HR solutions.
• Analyze project outcomes and metrics to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement, providing recommendations for future initiatives.

Qualifications

• High level education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or CIPD qualified
• Proven Senior HRBP knowledge, preferably within the software or technology industry.
• Strong knowledge of HR values, practices, and employment law, with a history of applying sound judgment and discretion in complex HR situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and manage projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results, on time and on budget
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze data to inform decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
• Collaborative approach with a commitment to teamwork and building strong relationships across departments and functions.
• Proactive attitude with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive decision-making and measure project success.

Desirable:

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban, JIRA, Trello).

Additional Information

As a step in our recruitment process, all final candidates will undergo a personal profiling assessment to help us understand our future employees, please note that this is not a decision-making tool, & is used to supplement our recruitment process.

We respectfully decline all offers of recruitment and/or advertising assistance.