People Business Partner | Co-operative House (J29)

Job Role

Do you want to be part of something different, unique, meaningful, giving you a real sense of purpose, pride and belonging? Then come and join the Co-operative Society, where Co-operation, Openness, Passion, Empowerment and Recognition are our values and our People are at the heart of our stores. 

We are looking for an experienced HR professional with a strong background in Employee Relations and a good understanding of Jersey Employment Law?

We're seeking a People Business Partner to join our People Team, supporting managers across the business with complex employee relations matters and providing expert guidance on employment legislation, policy, and best practice.

This is not a traditional HR generalist role. Approximately 70% of the position is focused on Employee Relations, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys managing complex casework and partnering with leaders to resolve people challenges effectively and fairly.

Key areas of focus include:

   ✔   Managing and advising on disciplinary, grievance, capability and attendance management cases
   ✔   Conducting investigations and supporting formal hearings
   ✔   Coaching and guiding managers through complex employee relations matters
   ✔   Ensuring compliance with Jersey Employment Law and HR best practice
   ✔   Mitigating organisational risk through sound employment relations advice
   ✔   Building trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business

We're looking for someone who has:

   • Significant Employee Relations experience at, People Business Partner or Senior HR Adviser / Consultant  level
   • Good working knowledge of Jersey Employment Law (Guernsey legislation knowledge would be advantageous)
   • Proven experience handling complex disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management cases
   • The confidence to influence, challenge and coach managers at all levels
   • CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above preferred)

If you're passionate about Employee Relations and enjoy helping businesses navigate complex people matters while delivering fair and practical outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Staff Benefits

1. 10% staff discount across all food, non-food, online grocery, fuel and pharmacy, monthly staff double discount weekends throughout the year
2. Secondary card holder
3. Discretionary bonus
4. Health Benefit Scheme
5. Contributory Pension Scheme 
6. Paid Voluntary Work
7. Death in Service
8. 24-hr access to free health and wellbeing support 
9. Generous holiday allowance

For further information, please contact our People team on tel 879822 or email us today people.team@channelislands.coop

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We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience. If you need any assistance when applying, or would benefit from adjustments at interview stage, please reach out to our People Team, we are always happy to support you.

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