• Job Description

  Req#: 42020

  Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

  For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 8,250 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

  We are now recruiting an experienced HR Business Partner for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract to support the continued development of our high-performing HR team with a focus on partnering our Engineering Design Practice. The role will be based from our York or Leeds offices with the flexibility of hybrid working and will suit an individual who is a passionate HR professional with natural stakeholder relationship management skills that enjoys a fast-paced environment.

  The HR Business Partner is the trusted adviser to their assigned business area with a core focus on providing strategic and tactical HR support across the full range of the employee and HR cycle. As an experienced HR generalist, you will partner your business stakeholders to identify the people priorities, drive the values and provide practical and pragmatic HR solutions based on best practice and creative thinking.

  You will play a pivotal role in supporting the execution and delivery of the HR strategy and People Plan, helping drive functional excellence and process improvement. We are continuously looking to improve the employee experience and make SYSTRA a ‘Great Place to Work’ and you will help to build a strong organisational culture through providing invaluable input and creating robust strategies and practices.

  Main Duties:

  • Build organisational and people capability by driving and delivering the HR strategy for their business area, in collaboration with the HR Centres of Excellence and operational support teams
  • Work closely with the business area to implement its business strategy from a people perspective, understanding its people challenges and objectives and developing appropriate strategies and solutions to address these
  • Develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that will support the strategic growth of the business
  • Increase management capability by providing timely feedback and effective coaching on people related matters
  • Collaborate with the wider HR team to champion and accelerate a culture of excellence in which people feel engaged and inspired to deliver successful business results
  • Support talent management and succession planning activity to identify future talent and leverage organisational capability.
  • Drive value in employee engagement through interpretation of people survey results and effective action planning
  • Contribute to the development of people practices and initiatives, providing guidance and technical expertise
  • Work closely with the HR Analyst to report on data and trend analysis and collaborate with the relevant stakeholders to agree and implement appropriate and targeted action plans
  • Provide technical support and guidance on any high-risk employee relations cases, working closely with the HR Adviser and our external legal counsel, where necessary, to mitigate any risks of reputational damage and cost
  • Keep abreast of industry trends and best practice and continue to build internal and external networks

  Experience Required:

  • CIPD qualified (or equivalent qualification) and ongoing professional development
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
  • Previous experience of operating as a HR generalist in a commercial HR function
  • Ability to build productive and collaborative relationships at all levels and positively challenge and influence where appropriate
  • Proven experience of managing and supporting tactical, operational and business change initiatives
  • Strong business knowledge and commercial acumen
  • Experience of Organisation Design and implementation
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Results and delivery focussed
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Knowledge of Engineering/consultancy/rail - desirable

  Why SYSTRA?

  Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

  Flexibility
  Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

  Diversity & Inclusion

  We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

  Wellbeing

  It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

  Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments to support you in your application or interview process please email:

  reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

  As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role – you could still be just what we are looking for.

• About the company

  SYSTRA is a multinational engineering and consulting group in the mobility sector, whose fields of activity include rail and public transport.

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