The RSPB exists to give nature a home. It is Europe's largest Conservation charity. We help birds, other wildlife and natural places survive and thrive. Our vision and purpose is to save nature and create a world richer in nature.

None of this can be achieved without our staff, volunteers and partners, and the People Directorate enables the RSPB to deliver through its people. We are working towards a strong vision for our people and continue to develop our People Strategy to make this vision a reality. Our Business Partner Team has a vital part to play in accomplishing this Strategy.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced HR Business Partner. This is a key role within the People Directorate and you will be working with the team to develop further the business partner model within the RSPB.

People Business Partner
Reference number: A3641219
Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire
Salary starting at: £34,643 to £37,530 per annum
Hours: Full Time with flexible working options
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract

You will bring experience of Business Partnering and developing effective organisation wide relationships at a senior level. We are looking for flexible people who bring energy and enthusiasm to their passion for finding business focused solutions helping us deliver for nature. You will be CIPD qualified with a broad range of HR experience to draw on and through your coaching and influencing skills bring about change. You will also help us to develop forward-looking HR & Development policies and projects that can enable us to achieve more with and through our people.

*Applications are also welcome from experienced HR Managers who do not yet have experience in Business Partnering but wish to grow in this aspect. In this case we would consider appointing suitable candidates at the HR Manager grade. At this level it may also be possible to consider part-time candidates offering at least 20 hours per week availability.

The RSPB prides itself on being an excellent employer and you will join a dedicated and supportive HR Department and have opportunities for career development and learning.

Closing date: 2 January 2020

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the role profile and application details.

Our job information pack and accompanying role profile tell you all about the key result areas and the skills and experience needed for the role. Please make sure you include reference number A3641219 on your application.

Please send in your CV and covering information as soon as you are ready - we are actively recruiting and may draw the role to a close when suitable applications are received. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage.

No agencies please.