Head of People Operations

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.
 

About the role:

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Head of People Operations to lead HR services across all Etex businesses within the UK and Ireland. Reporting to a Regional Head of HR South West Europe & Africa, you will play a crucial role in shaping our people agenda, driving best-in-class HR practices and supporting the achievement of our company’s strategic ambitions.

What You Will Do

• Lead and deliver consistent and professional HR services across all businesses, aligned with Group initiatives and local legislation
• Ensure a stable and capable workforce by driving talent management, learning and development, and employee engagement initiatives
• Collaborate with Divisional HR Business Partners to support organisational development and business transformation
• Manage, develop and coach a team of HR professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture
• Build and maintain positive labour and employee relations, proactively managing industrial relations and negotiations with unions and Works Councils
• Oversee HR systems, and external service provider agreements, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency
• Drive performance management processes and support the annual HR cycle, including budgeting, workforce planning and performance reviews
• Lead HR operational support for acquisitions, divestitures and other transformation projects
• Ensure accurate HR data management and reporting, providing insights to inform decision-making
• Implement continuous improvements in HR processes, policies, and systems to optimise service delivery

What You Will Bring

• A proven experience in a senior HR generalist role, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership and people management experience with the ability to develop and inspire teams
• Strong understanding of employment law and labour relations
• Experience managing HR operations and HR systems within a multi-site environment
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to deliver pragmatic HR solutions aligned to business needs

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination