HR Manager

Permanent employee, Full-time · London

Who we are

The HR Manager (HQ & Projects) will provide operational HR support to the PrimeFlight UK team based in London; and lead on a wide range of HR projects inducing business improvement initiatives, HR transformation & change projects, acquisition integration, harmonization and IR/ER projects. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to HR projects while supporting the management of Business-as- usual (BAU) activities to drive operational excellence.

This role will play a key part in delivering HR transformation initiatives in a rapidly growing business, collaborating closely with the operational business to make a real difference. Responsible for identifying, developing and implementing innovative people projects that improve employee engagement, organisational performance and effectively support strategic priorities, mission and values. As well as providing governance and management of the HR projects, this role will have a very hands-on approach to implement and fully deliver those projects.

Personality and a pro-active, can-do attitude are key to success, coupled with our core behaviours of integrity, professionalism and teamwork; that will develop the PrimeFlight – Airport Operations employer brand through trust and authenticity.

Your tasks

Play a crucial role in providing HR support for contract tenders and support M&A activities across the UK within the non-fuel business including due diligence, consultation, TUPE transfers and integration delivery
Provide expert guidance and actively manage restructures, acquisitions, TUPE and redundancies programs across the business
Actively support with post-acquisition business integration and harmonisation initiatives within a unionised environment
Introduce a grading system for key operational roles working with the operational business manager, H&S and training team in collaboration with the unions
Introduce performance evaluations for all roles, including operational roles, across the business working with the regional HR Managers and operational teams; and implement a succession planning process on a regional and company wide basis
Play a key role in supporting annual HR activities including pay reviews, bonus, insurance renewals, benefit reviews providing data analytics and reporting
Develop a suite of HR KPIs / metrics to improve HR analytics and decision making and to measure the effectiveness of ER initiatives including absenteeism, employee turnover, overtime rates, and provide reports on ER activity to senior leadership
Be the main point of contact for all people data analysis requests, and deliver monthly KPI reports
Develop a suite of aligned HR policies and procedures harmonised across a number of different legal entities /businesses that are aligned with the company’s core values and fully compliant with changing legislation. Understand the implicants of any changes and actively participate in consultations with employees and unions regarding proposed changes
Produce standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, forms and templates
Implement and drive process change and automation, identifying technologies and automation to deliver lean / productive solutions within the business including T&A systems
Act as the HR Manager for the PrimeFlight Non-Fuel HQ / Functional team delivering end to end HR support services
Develop a HR SharePoint in line with model in place in parent company
Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, managers, and trade unions to support the delivery of key operational projects into the business
Deliver pragmatic HR solutions that are both commercial and operational aligned to the business strategy, and fully compliant with company policy and law
Implement PMO governance frameworks, ensuring that HR projects are delivered on time, within scope and on budget
Maintain project documentation where appropriate including reports, risk register and tracking mechanisms
Adhere to safety policies and practices, ensuring all change activities support a safe and just working culture
Champion the development of a performance culture
Be our ambassador, representing PrimeFlight in a professional and brand-aligned manner, reflecting our values and business strategy and represent the HR department consistently and with professionalism

Your profile

Bachelor’s degree is minimum
CIPD qualified (level 7 or above) with evidence of continuous professional development.
Minimum 10 years in a senior HR Management role
Experience of working within a similar industry and sector and within a fast paced, unionised environment
Demonstrable experience managing HR Projects, HR transformation and acquisition integrations at a manager level
Experience with acquisition, integration and change management processes
Previously worked in an Agile environment
Strong generalist HR experience with a solid understanding of employment law and best practices
Proven ability to manage a varied workload with changing priorities
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Effective stakeholder management and engagement skills
Strong analytical and problem solving
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office (pivot tables, V look ups) and HR systems
Role is based in London (5 days per week) but will require significant travel across the station network
Can obtain security clearance and qualify for an air-side security pass (no legal restrictions)
Possesses a full clean UK driving licence

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About us

At Skytanking, we have been providing aviation-related services since 1999. In addition to aviation fuelling, our portfolio includes ground handling, tank farm and hydrant management, investments in fuelling infrastructure, and engineering services. Our customers include airlines, airports and oil companies. Our 3,000 employees refuel an aircraft every 25 seconds on average at more than 93 airports in 15 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Skytanking is a 100% subsidiary of PrimeFlight Aviation Services Inc., which employs around 8,000 people at more than 220 airports.

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