AddressMore than you expected
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
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Senior HR Advisor - Overseas Team Members
Most GTUK locations considered outside of London.
Flexible/hybrid/Home working working available
NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. People Advisory is an internal facing consultancy team whose purpose is to deliver a people experience which is aligned to the people strategy, the firm's purpose and its strategic goals. The team's aim is to create an environment which enables our people to thrive and do their best work, take shared responsibility and deliver exceptional client service.
We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role
This Senior HR Adviser role will be aligned to a new client group of Overseas Team Members of which we are expecting vast growth. As a Senior Adviser in our People Advisory team, supporting our Overseas Team Members (OTMs) you will:
be responsible for developing and delivering the people strategy to enable this part of our business to thrive. To succeed in this role, you should be able to proactively create your own work, be solutions focussed, and able to adapt your style as the client group grows.
ensure our processes and procedures are adapted so that they are fit for purpose, meeting both the business needs and creating the best possible environment for OTMs to thrive.
take responsibility for proactively managing issues that arise with several stakeholders including both job and people managers based in the UK and overseas.
be responsible for ensuring the people managers for OTMs receive high quality support and development to set them up for success.
have exposure to key stakeholders and project groups across the business, being key to the success of effective integration between overseas and UK Team Members.
there are exciting opportunities for the right person to expand their knowledge and create an inclusive work culture for Overseas Team Membes.
It's important to note regular travel within the UK will be required to establish relationships with UK job managers and Overseas Team Members people managers across the practice. There may also be very occasional travel to India and / or the Philippines.
Knowing you're right for us
Joining us as a Senior HR Adviser the minimum criteria you'll need is:
Experience of working as a generalist in a large, complex organisation
Examples of how you have supported people managers with initiatives that have made a positive impact on their team
Experience of supporting the business with complex employee relations cases including performance management
Experience of leading on people processes such as performance moderation, talent management and upwards feedback
Experience of working with large client groups
Strong stakeholder management and project management skills
Passionate about creating the best possible experience for our Overseas Team Members
It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.
Experience of working with colleagues based overseas
You'll ideally be CIPD qualified
You'll have previous work experience in a professional services environment
You'll have experience of collaborating in a service line structure and centres of excellence teams.
You'll be confident in using Microsoft packages
You'll have delivered Inclusion and Diversity interventions, to raise awareness, encourage open and honest conversations and allow people to be themselves at work
Knowing we're right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values - Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.
We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.
