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Role: HR Business Partner (Operations – Multi Site)  

Salary: Flexible & Fantastic Benefits  

Location: North / Midlands  

At Impact Food Group, we are more than a school caterer. The people are the heart of what we do. We are driven by creating a positive food culture and helping more students eat better food. Making a positive social impact is at the centre of our identity. We tirelessly learn, develop and make improvements in every way, every day. 

Delivered by our distinct and industry leading brands; Innovate, Cucina and Chapter One, we cater for over 350,000 students. 

Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced HR Business Partner to join us with a focus on the Operations team in the field, you will collaborate closely with our Regional Directors and their Regional Operations Managers. Reporting to our People Director you will joining a growing People team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group.  

What you will be doing  

HRBP will provide a true partnering service to the Regional Operations Directors across 100 plus schools.  

Supporting the People Director with strategic people initiatives and ensuring these are delivered effectively.  

Manage employee relations issues and empower stakeholders to manage high level complex cases. 

Working with the Engagement, Development & Talent HRBP to ensure presence of talent at every level is in plan with clear succession plans as well as working to identify gaps and create robust training plans. 

Supporting and driving initiatives that support the Engagement, Development & Talent HRBP to increase engagement levels and improving staff retention within the territory that you support. 

Guide and advise managers on understanding IFG policies and the practicalities of implementing all policies and procedures consistently and effectively. 

Support in Company transformation/change programs and people initiatives by acting as a positive influence and change agent to drive positive cultures amongst our teams. 

Contribute to monthly reporting for the strategic board report. 

Build and maintain credible and respected relationship with all stakeholders. 

Support our operational teams in a proactive and efficient manner, ensuring our customers and clients therefore enjoy an outstanding experience  

Handling all data in strict compliance to GDPR and company confidentiality policies. 

What we are looking for  

Excellent collaborator with a flexible and agile growth mindset. 

Worked in a multi-site HRBP role – ideally 50 plus sites  

Worked in a fast-paced HRBP role – ideally Food, Retail, Catering or Hospitality.  

You will be positive, resourceful, engaging whilst having excellent relationship capability and influencing skills. 

Strong business acumen and understanding of how to build organisations in which talent thrives and is inclusive. 

Proven experience integrating the needs of the business with a great people agenda. 

Strong skills in leading change, project management & building relationships. 

In-depth knowledge of employment law and HR practices with a solid track record in managing / advising on complex / sensitive legal issues. 

Highly developed influencing skills combined with the ability to manage a challenging and diverse client base. 

You need to be confident in presenting to groups at peer level about your strategy, plans and the added value that you will deliver as a true HRBP. 

What We’d Love to Give You 

Competitive salary  

25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays 

Life assurance & company pension scheme. 

Access to our extensive online Learning platform and development opportunities 

An employee wellbeing platform. 

Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme. 

IFG rewards for highstreets discounts. 

Annual Summer Party with company awards. 

Additional Details 

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we supply the cost for. 

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements