HR Business Partner (ER & Reward)

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HR BUSINESS PARTNER

Competitive Pay And Benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Business Partner with a strong focus and passion for Reward and ER, to work in partnership with key stakeholders and business unit leaders, in order to create divisional people plans/strategies aligned to the goals and objectives of the business, driving change whilst ensuring the realisation of competitive advantage through leading people management practices.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about adding value to the business through innovative HR design and solutions. If you are eager to influence and demonstrate great HR operations at its best, in an extremely fast paced environment, then this is the position for you.

About Us

You will be joining a forward-thinking family-owned business which began life in 1917, growing from humble beginnings into a company that now employs more than 5,500 people with a turnover of £1.1 billion. A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is the 60th largest privately owned business in the UK. Food and drink have always been the lifeblood of A.F. Blakemore and the business now entails retail, wholesale distribution, food service, fresh meat, logistics and shop fitting divisions.

A.F. Blakemore is the largest division of SPAR UK, owning 250 SPAR stores and serving more than 950 in total across England and Wales. We are committed to developing a loyal and dedicated workforce that is focused upon excellent customer service and behaving with honesty and integrity. Food and drink have always been the lifeblood of A.F. Blakemore and the business now entails retail, wholesale distribution, food service, logistics and shop fitting divisions.

Key Accountabilities

HR Operations

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the senior members of HR and the Exec to align operational and reward strategies with overall business objectives.
• Reporting: Generate and analyse key HR metrics and reports (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, compensation data) to identify trends, inform decision-making, and drive operational improvements.
• Process Management: Design, implement, and continuously improve HR operational processes (e.g., onboarding, offboarding, employee data changes, HR systems utilisation) to enhance efficiency and improve employee experience across the business.
• System Integrity: Act as a key user and administrator for MyHR, ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Compliance: Oversee and ensure compliance with all employment laws and company policies, particularly regarding operational HR documentation and reporting.
• HR Support: Provide high-quality, timely support and guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and MyHR system usage, acting as the escalation point for complex operational queries.
  
  

Pay, Reward & Compensation

• Pay & Compensation Management: Manage the execution of annual compensation cycles (e.g., salary review, bonus schemes), ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness for all roles.
• Benefits Administration: Administer company benefits programs (e.g., health insurance, retirement plans), including enrolments, terminations, and employee communication.
• Benchmarking & Analysis: Conduct regular market salary benchmarking and job analysis to inform compensation decisions and structure the pay and job evaluation grades.
• Incentives & Recognition: Partner with business leaders to design and implement effective incentive, bonus, and recognition programs that drive performance and align with business goals.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ experience in HR, with a significant focus on HR Operations, HRIS management, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Education: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency with HRIS/HRMS platforms (e.g., Access, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP) and strong MS Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of employment law, compensation principles, and benefits administration.
• Analytical Skills: Proven ability to analyse complex data, identify trends, and develop practical, data-driven solutions, with proven actionable information.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex reward/operations topics clearly to various senior levels within the business.
• Integrity: High level of discretion and ethical handling of sensitive and confidential information.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive and manage ambiguity in a dynamic, high-volume environment.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong influencer, credible in role with ability to advise business leaders through data-based insight.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a meticulous focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically and contribute to the overall business objectives.
• Self-starter with good time management skills when urgent deadlines need to be met.
• Comfortable navigating through grey areas without clear solutions.
• Demonstrates integrity, a strong work ethic and upholds the company values and principles.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Capable of building working relationships and networks with people from a range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Creative and tenacious.
  
  

What's in it for you?

Excellent Benefits Package Including

Company Car

Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements

Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture

Outstanding Training & Development

Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store

Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)

Proactive promotion of internal candidates

Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’

24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal

Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice

Company Pension Scheme

NEST pension scheme

Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme

Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme

Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme

Long Service Awards

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Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Human Resources

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

40

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

Company Sick Pay Scheme, Additional Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Staff Discount, Long Service Awards, Life Cover, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Volunteering Opportunities, Company Vehicle commensurate with job role

Closing date for applications

21st December, 2025

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