Job Description

Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.

We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.

We are looking for a

Full Time HR People Officer

to join our team in

Faversham.

As a People Officer at Gist, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the HR department at your site.

You will provide an effective advisory service to management and employees, assisting the People Manager in providing robust HR strategy and advice, focusing on engagement at all stages of the employee lifecycle.

What's in it for you?

Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special...

20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food after successful completion of probationary period 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service) Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary) Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development Cycle to work scheme

Role details:

Salary: up to 43,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Hours: 37.5 per week

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, with flexibility as required

Location: Site - Faversham, ME13 7TW

What you'll do:

Your key accountabilities will include:

Ensuring the operational success and development of the HR department, working closely alongside senior site management Providing guidance on HR policies and processes Manage complex employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, providing advice on all aspects of Company policy, best practice, employee relations and employment law Providing an efficient internal customer service to managers and employees, spending time each week in their environment. Provide first line advice on current and existing benefits for employees and managers. Assist the People Manager and General Manager in developing and driving the site people plans Absence management Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals. Participate in the implementation of specific projects Support change management processes Delivery of induction training for new starters, consistently updating welcome pack information Ensure appropriate forums are routinely held to ensure open and 2-way communication Support the site with fulfilling their resourcing plans Ensuring all elements of HR administration are carried out - e.g. starters, leavers, referencing, security and compliance checks, etc Assist with all aspects of recruitment and selection on site Maintaining accurate and up-to date information on the HR system Weekly/Monthly management reports Responsibility for various ad-hoc HR and Administrative tasks Regular meetings with site trade union. RTW Fun at work

Who you are:

Your skills and experience will include:

Experience within a similar HR Advisory/Officer position Ideally CIPD qualified or working towards Previous experience within the FMCG, logistics and supply chain or retail sector would be highly desirable Exposure to a unionised environment Excellent relationship building skills Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload Creative with the ability to make decisions and have confidence in your own convictions Experienced in managing TUPE (Desirable)

Why Gist?

At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical.

Our objective is to establish a performance-focused environment that is fair and inclusive, where everyone can develop, and connect meaningfully to their manager, the Gist vision, and M&S. We are fiercely protective of everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing, and align firmly to M&S's sustainability commitments in Plan A.

Gist will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era. As part of the M&S group, there's never been a better time to be part of our team. Join us and make an immediate impact.

Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it's meaningful to you, it's important to us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HRO.7