Senior People & Culture Partner / HR Manager

United Bible Societies (UBS) is a global network of Bible Societies working in over 200 countries and territories across the world. We believe the Bible is for everyone so we are working towards the day when everyone can access the Bible in the language and medium of their choice. This role serves as a Senior People & Culture Partner/HR Manager, providing strategic HR leadership and functional expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partner for Leaders and Client Group

• Work as first level consultant and initial point of contact with leaders and line managers to identify strategic people needs such as succession plans, team culture etc.
• Act as a thought partner with leaders and managers to improve people-related priorities.
• Assist leaders and managers with strategic planning and forecasting needs regarding people.
• Provide assistance and guidance to leaders and managers on the full range of P&C / HR activities associated with the rhythm of People Team business and service delivery to GMT.
• Coach leaders and managers on HR and people management processes and practice; recruitment, onboarding, performance management, workforce planning among others.
• Maintain current understanding of the GMT, strategy, priorities and people-related issues.

Change Agent

• Advising leaders on all aspects of organisational development and imminent changes.
• Collaborating with leaders and managers supporting the design of organizational structures, job roles and specifications.
• Function as the HR point person for leaders and managers going through organizational restructures.
• Evaluate the impact of proposed changes on employees and manage change to minimize disruption.

Employee Champion

• Act as a single point of contact and intermediary for employees, leaders and managers in the global mission team.
• Provides guidance, counselling, and training to executive directors/line managers and GMT staff regarding employee relations issues.
• Assist leaders and line managers with issues related to interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, and performance reviews.

Functional Expert

• Maintain knowledge of legislation and regulation that relate to HR issues.
• Collaborate on cross-functional HR initiatives that support current and future business strategies.
• Lead international recruitment campaigns and annual workforce planning processes.
• Support Line Managers capacity building on critical functions such as employee engagement, wellbeing, and performance management.
• Participate in policy updates (e.g., Equality Statement, Redundancy, Acceptable Behaviour).
• Support transactional HR including HR systems, reports, contracts, and payroll simplification.
• Work with the Director of People to identify key risks and implement H&S and wellbeing processes.

Reward and Global Reach

• Consult on Reward strategies and prepare relevant pay data for decision making.
• Audit and make recommendations for the rationalisation of benefits (Pensions, holidays, medical) and employment models.
• Capacity building within the Fellowship in all areas of HR/Organisational Development.

Requirements

• Chartered Member of CIPD or equivalent professional body with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human resources management, organizational behaviour or related field.
• A Masters degree in a similar field is preferred.
• At least five years’ experience in HR Business Partnering or HR management / HR specialist role in a global/regional/multi-country context.
• Experienced in operating in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity to different world views.
• Committed to the mission and aims of the United Bible Societies and comfortable working in a Christian organisation.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience in change management, consultations and conflict management.
• Strong consultation skills and experience in influencing senior leaders.