Who We Are
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About the role
What does a Human Resources Business Partner in East Coast Route do?
Well, no two days are ever the same, there are approx. 2500 colleagues employed in East Coast Route, geographically located along the East Coast mainline from Kings Cross up to Berwick. As HRBP, you'll report to a Senior HRBP, and you'll work alongside a dedicated client area of approx. 450 colleagues.
You'll be responsible for the full range of generalist HR activity including delivering the HR people strategy focussing on workforce planning, succession planning, talent management, employee engagement, employee relations and implementing our EDI plans.
You'll also successfully deliver client responsive, cost effective and integrated people solutions that address key business objectives, gaining acceptance from key stakeholders. This will involve coaching, advising and challenging business leaders on short and medium-term HR issues such as organisation change and employee relations case management.
We're looking for someone to join our team who is flexible, collaborative and able to challenge us, so we continue to improve on our journey of modernisation. Our HRBPs sit alongside their client areas and therefore are expected to travel to depots / operational centres and be co-located for the majority of their time.
This role is based at Doncaster Mallard House Depot with travel to other sites as needed.
Your experience and skills
We're looking for people with bags of potential whose strengths include:
- Working in partnership and building strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders from senior leaders, HR centre of expertise colleagues, trade union colleagues as well as the team members in your client area.
- Knowledge and experience of implementing best practice HR solutions to drive a high-performance culture.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to balance many competing priorities including day to day operational HR activities alongside delivering the HR strategic plan.
- Excellent generalist HR Knowledge - CIPD qualified or relevant experience.
- Resilience is key and a proven track record of operating in a complex and unionised environment would be beneficial
Don't meet every requirement?
We know that great candidates don't always tick every box. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet all the criteria but you could still be exactly who we're looking for.
We're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, so we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds
Inclusive and accessible
We're proud to be a Disability Confident organisation and are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. We'll always do our best to make adjustments to support your individual needs.
Why Join Us?
- Salary starting from £43,588 depending on skills, experience and location.
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Subsidised rail and underground travel.
- Choice of contributory pension schemes.
- Cycle to Work and healthcare schemes.
- Access to a wide range of employee discounts and benefits.
- Flexible working opportunities where business needs allow.
- Ongoing professional development and support towards professional qualifications.
This advert closes on 02 November.
Interviews will take place: Friday 13 November