People Operations and Policy Manager

Job Title : People Operations and Policy Manager

Location :Cumbernauld, Middlebrook or Milton Keynes - Hybrid (some travel required)

Reports to: Head of People Operations

Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None?

We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! 

AG Barr has been quenching the nation’s thirst for over 145 years and is home to some of the UK’s most loved drinks brands.

Employing over 1,000 people across four business units and ten UK locations, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact.

At our core is Barr Soft Drinks, home to some of the UK’s most loved soft drinks. Whether it’s the iconic IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand or the unique range of BARR flavours, we brighten people’s lives with refreshingly different drinks.

And we’re growing, thanks to some exciting acquisitions in recent years, including the functional drinks brand Boost, FUNKIN which operates in the exciting and growing cocktail market and MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges.

There's never been a better time to join us!

What we’re looking for…

The People Operations and Policy Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the People Operations team, which includes payroll, people administration, and employee relations - your developed experience in these areas will be really critical to succeed.

An opportunity to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies you will ensure that People Function processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the company's strategic goals.

You will work closely with the Head of People Operations to support organisational objectives and enhance the overall colleague experience throughout the life cycle - so demonstrable stakeholder management is required to deliver effective service to colleagues across the business,

A people leadership role you will bring your leadership experience as you support the People Co-coordinator team and ensure delivery of an efficient service to our colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee and optimise daily operations of the People Department to ensure efficient and effective processes
• Lead the timely and accurate delivery of payroll through effective processes within the team
• Manage employee records and databases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations
• Supervise the People Operations team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance
• Develop, implement, and maintain people policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements and best practices
• Lead a team of Advisors on People Policy management and development to ensure their ongoing effectiveness
• Communicate policy changes to colleagues and ensure understanding and compliance across the business
• Lead a team that supports leaders and colleagues on People Department matters, including policies, benefits, and employee relations issues
• Prepare and present regular reports on People Department metrics, policy compliance, and operational efficiency
• Manage tracking and reporting of business KPIs as required for business performance
• Utilise data analytics to identify trends and inform strategic decisions within the People Department
• Lead change programs and participate in People projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and successful completion
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive People Department-related projects and initiatives

What you will bring:

• Proven experience in People Operations and policy management.
• In-depth knowledge of People policies, employment laws, and regulations.
• Experience in leading a payroll function
• Proficiency in systems and applications
• Experience in leading Employee Relations activities and case management
• Developed organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

What we offer…

We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard.  Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent.

We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes;

• Flexible Pension Scheme
• Automatic life Assurance
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Up to 33 days holiday
• Flexible holiday trading
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Range of flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc
• Save as you earn scheme
• Staff sales discount
• Free AG Barr products throughout your working day
• Annual salary review 
• Ongoing professional development - this role has the opportunity to be supported to study for an appropriate apprenticeship qualification
• Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office

And much more! 

To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here.

We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition.

While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now!

Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Latest closing date for applications is 04th August 2024

Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!

Last updated on Jul 17, 2024