People Partner

Heineken N.V.

People Partner

£65000

Heineken N.V., City Centre, Manchester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 15 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

  • Strategic Business Partnering: You'll work in partnership with the leadership team, providing insight, coaching, and challenge to ensure high-performing teams.

  • Talent Management: Your role will shape talent strategies by driving diverse pipelines, coaching leadership, and supporting employee growth to build and inclusive, high performing workforce.

  • Lead People Strategy: You will spearhead the development and implementation of the People Plan, ensuring alignment with the overall HEINEKEN UK strategy.

  • Employee Experience and Engagement: You will partner with leaders to promote an inclusive, engaging workplace, leveraging data and insights to drive continuous improvement.

  • Change Management: You'll support leaders through change initiatives, ensuring people-related aspects are strategically managed to optimise business performance.

  • Employee Relations: Partner with Employee Relations to navigate complex issues and coach leaders on effective management practices.

    Proven experience in strategic HR business partnering, including working with unions and managing union-related matters.

  • Strong understanding of HR practices and processes, with the ability to implement strategic initiatives that drive organisational performance.

  • Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills, capable of building influential relationships with senior stakeholders and guiding them through complex challenges.

  • A proactive and collaborative mindset, adept at managing change and driving employee engagement.

  • CIPD qualification or equivalent experience in HR, along with a strong track record of delivering people-focused projects.

  • Experience in data-driven decision-making, using people insights to shape strategies and support business growth.

    We're on a mission to elevate our people experience at HEINEKEN's Manchester brewery! As our People Partner, you'll be at the forefront of this transformation, collaborating closely with our leadership teams across HEINEKEN UK (HUK). Your role will focus on driving strategic people initiatives, fostering a positive workplace culture, and enabling our people to thrive.


  • You'll play a critical part in shaping the future of HR at the Manchester brewery, acting as a trusted advisor and championing our commitment to creating an inclusive, high-performing environment where everyone can bring their best selves to work., Join us at HEINEKEN UK, where you'll be at the forefront of driving strategic change in a globally recognised brand. We believe in empowering our people, offering you the chance to shape the future of our people practices while honing your skills and growing your career. With access to a range of learning resources and development opportunities, we're committed to supporting your journey every step of the way. You'll benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including a bonus scheme, generous holidays, and a range of rewards. More than that, you'll be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture where your ideas and contributions are valued. With the flexibility and autonomy to shape your role, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and make a real impact on the business.

    Our Ways of Working

    At HEINEKEN, our Global Purpose is to "brew the Joy of True Togetherness to inspire a better world." To bring this vision to life, we believe in the power of in-person collaboration and working closely with one another. That's why we ask our colleagues to be onsite at the Manchester brewery. As our wider People team is spread across the UK, we also occasionally come together at our Edinburgh or London offices to connect and collaborate., We're the world's most international brewer and the name behind a host of brilliant beers and ciders, from Birra Moretti, to Strongbow, to Cruzcampo and many more.

    It's a fantastic time to join us. We're leading the way in low and no-alcohol innovation, pioneering new technologies to meet our ambitious environmental goals, and investing in our pubs to keep them at the centre of their communities.

    When you join us, we'll back you to reach your full potential. You'll enjoy unique development opportunities, unforgettable experiences and a reward package that goes far beyond the salary you receive.

    If you want to hear more about life at HEINEKEN from our colleagues, head over to LinkedIn and check out the hashtag #LifeatHEINEKENUK.

    There's no better place to untap your future. Join us and brew a better career.

    Salary: Circa £65,000 base depending on experience plus 15% of salary flexible benefits (can be taken as cash), and full benefits listed below.