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HR Partner (12-month FTC)
Hybrid or based at Harlow, Glenrothes and surrounding areas
About us
At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.
Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.
Our business
As a leading defence and aerospace company operating across the United Kingdom, Raytheon UK helps to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. We are a major supplier to the UK government and customers around the globe, providing defence solutions across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We also provide digital and training transformation solutions to commercial and military customers.
With circa 2000 employees and major facilities operating throughout the UK including Broughton (Wales), Livingston and Glenrothes (Scotland), and Harlow, Gloucester, and Manchester (England); we are committed to investing in British careers and technology development.
The role
The HR Partner will join the current Business Partner community, reporting at the HR Leadership Team (HRLT) level with a dotted reporting line to the represented Functional Leads. This role acts as a Partner to the function to create and implement strategies that support the strategic functional aims alongside providing a core generalist service.
Main Duties
Providing business partnering to specific functions within the business Working closely with management to maximise organisational effectiveness and productivity through employee engagement initiatives Developing strategic workforce plans with client group to ensure the operational and strategic design aligns with the business direction Partnering with the specialist areas to provide an overall HR service to your area (e.g. OE, Talent and Development strategy, compensation planning, Talent Acquisition activity and approaches) Coaching and developing leaders in support of change management activity with a focus on organisational design Create and maintain strong relationships with the senior management team in your area Working with the Shared Service team and internal operations to analyse and use KPIs effective to drive decision making Dealing with complex ER issues or escalations as required in support of the HR Shared Service team Working closely with the wider teams to ensure functional activity is aligned with business area priorities
Candidate Requirements
Confident self-starter with the initiative to drive change and improvements within HR and the business Extensive business and commercial acumen Ability to influence and motivate others both in the HR team and the wider organisation Ability to business partner and influence board level Directors Ability to work as a key change agent within the business Ability to identify improvements and innovative solutions to complex problems and drive forward change 'Big Picture', strategic thinker who can identify opportunities to drive the business forward from an HR perspective Extensive planning and organisational skills
Essential
CIPD Qualified HR generalist experience Experience managing complex ER cases (disciplinaries, grievances, capability management, absence) Good working knowledge of current employment legislation Experience working with KPIs/metrics to have forward looking discussions beyond use as a reporting tool Understanding of how HR can be actively used as a key enabler to employee engagement
Desirable
Postgraduate or Masters level qualification in Human Resources or Organisational Development and Design CIPD Qualified (Chartered or equivalent) Experience working in a matrix organisation Experience of the legal and practical implementation of TUPE Industry specific knowledge Strong financial acumen Working knowledge of resource management Experience of sitting on external boards and associations with a high degree of networking Experience working with an International team
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Competitive Benefits and Work Culture
Benefits
Competitive salaries. 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr) Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary). 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension. Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others. Enhanced sick pay. Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave. Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade)
Work Culture
37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements. Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early! Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role. A grownup flexible working culture that is output, not time spent at desk, focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible working possibilities. Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.
RTX
Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Raytheon UK, we are committed to fostering a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) as fundamental pillars of our organisational culture. We believe that the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our employees are invaluable assets that drive innovation and excellence in everything we do.
In embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, Raytheon UK strengthens its ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. We are proud to create a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the advancement of technology, security, and a better future for all. Our aim is for our employees to produce the best work of their lives so together we build a stronger, more inclusive future.
