Retail People Advisor - Cardiff, Cardiff

Vacancy Details

The Greggs West region currently has 464 shops.  We now have an exciting development opportunity for an engaged and enthusiastic, results orientated individual with a passion for people, to be responsible for driving and delivering the Retail People Strategy across the West Region.

 

Reporting into the Retail People Manager, the role will involve working closely with the retail management team and supporting the People Advisors and Recruitment Manager with the ever-changing workload.  In addition, the role will involve the implementation of the people policies and company procedures to ensure the business is not put at risk and continues to focus on the importance of people whilst delivering business objectives.

 

Covering an area centred around Cardiff, this is a job share position and will involve working 3 days a week between Monday and Friday.

Join the Family

We believe in growing together – as a united team and working towards the achievement of our vision which is to be a winning brand in the food-on-the-go market.  Greggs is a much loved and trusted brand with a strong traditional bakery heritage.  Our people are what makes our business successful. 

 

We aim to provide our people with a great place to work, where they feel valued by listening, developing and rewarding them.

Salary

£18,000 (3 day working week)

Work Pattern

Mainly dayshift working 3 days between Monday and Friday on a job share basis.

Job Description

Supporting the Retail Peopl Manager in the development of the regional people plan Effectively implementing the people plan within the West territory, acting as a role model for all people managemnet activities Ensuring the effective implementation of people policies and procedures providing professional expertise Coaching and supporting Area/Shop Management to ensure an effective understanding of their role and responsibilities with regards to people policies, procedures and strategy Ensuring an effective and consistent approach to people management in relation to disciplinary, grievance and employee consultation Building an effective working relationship with regional union representatives Communicationg to the Retial People Manager any gaps or development needs in relation to people policies and procedures, and assisting in reviewing/updating existing policies and procedures Undertaking and then delivering training to Shop and Senior Managemnet teams Supporting recruitment, succession planning and performance managemnet activities within the territory Participating in projects where requested and as agreed with the Retail People Manager Supporting the managemnet of all employee absence and wellbeing within the region Demonstrating enthusiams and encouraging teams in line with comany values, promoting a culture of leadership Ensuring the effective implementation of people policies and procedures by providing timely guidance and support Ensuring an effective and consistent approach to people managemnet in relation to employee relations and consultation Supporting the managemnet of all employee absence and wellbeing within the region Involvemnet in People projects

Skills

Previous experience of dealing with managing difficult situations. A proven track record of delivering great results , developing people and dealing with complex people situations. Experience of managing people. Change to – Experience of juggling high priority tasks to ensure timeframes are met. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail Effective communication skills across all levels Delivers to timescales Change to – Ability to influence the right decision and outcome to ensure the company is kept legal at all times. Computer literate An excellent standard of written English Full UK driving license and willing to do extensive travel to fulfil the role.

Benefits

• Our Greggs Employee discount Scheme is very generous, offering you up to 50% off our food
• Your holiday entitlement starts with 26 days, in addition to Bank Holidays, which increases with service up to a maximum of 30 days after 25 years’ service (pro-rata for part time)
• After 6 months service you may be eligible for our profit share scheme
• You will be invited to participate in our Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 7.5% of your salary, subject to the Company meeting certain performance criteria.
• You will automatically join our Greggs pension scheme which is a fantastic way to save for your retirement and allows you to benefit from employer contributions and tax advantages
• Defined contribution management pension scheme
• Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year’s salary

Other benefits include

• Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsidised for your dependants
• Permanent Health Insurance which is a replacement income scheme
• Share Save and Share Incentive Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Your Application

During the application process we’ll keep in touch every step of the way.  We know how big a decision it is for you to apply for a job.  Once you do we’ll work hard to keep you up to speed on how your application is progressing.  With your help we can make your application as quick and as smooth as possible.

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