Head of HR Projects - British Sugar
Peterborough, c.£70k + benefits
A major division of FTSE-50 company Associated British Foods plc, British Sugar Group is one of the world’s largest sugar producers, employing more than 42,000 people in 10 countries, and producing around 5 million tonnes of sugar each year. Until 2004 British Sugar could have been characterized as a UK plus operation, with interests in Poland and Southern China .Since then it has sort to strengthen and rebalance its portfolio increase its presence in faster growing markets. It has divested itself of the Polish operation, and acquired businesses in Spain (2008), Northern China (2007) and Southern Africa (2006).
Job Profile
The Head of HR Projects has responsibility to create, plan and execute HR projects across British Sugar Group in support of business and HR strategy. Reporting to the newly appointed HR Director, they will drive change and deliver significant HR performance improvements with the businesses.
Responsibilities include: Graduate Development, Compensation Programme Management, International Assignments, Change/Project Management, HR Generalist Activity, Board and Senior Management Interface.
Candidate Profile
- In depth generalist HR experience covering all elements of Human Resource management is essential.
- Experience gained an international, blue-chip operating environment.
- Strong track record of delivering complex, multi-discipline, international programmes in areas such as performance management, change management and people development.
- Experience of managing compensation programmes. An understanding of and exposure to international assignments would be an advantage. Financially aware, commercial, numerate and able to identify and enable key levers for business success.
- Ability to present and communicate complex concepts at all levels
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate technical HR information clearly and concisely.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your current salary details and quoting reference number 2337/DV to: Sophie Hoyle at career@strategic-dimensions.co.uk