People Consultant EMEA

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The People Consultant is key member of the regional People Organisation. They will be the primary point of contact for People Managers, in addition to managing proactive support to the EMEA workforce as part of the People function.

The role will work with the local HR leaders in support of building teams that drive BMS’s business priorities; building the BMS culture and becoming an employer of choice; supporting engagement and business continuity; and delivering against our People Strategy.

• Be a trusted advisor to managers with guidance and support for more complex workforce management and HR policy advice; and
• Proactively plans and implements strategies to upskill new People Managers and provide support and counsel to experience People Managers when navigating through various HR processes and issues.
• Use discretion, sound judgement and takes decisions as appropriate, to determine the best method of resolution.
• In support of the HRBP, use diagnostics/data and understanding of business needs to identify proactive HR interventions and people practices in support of local business objectives.
• Ensure that the workforce and leaders understand People processes.
• Partner and support business groups to enable the development and implementation of One BMS culture across EMEA locations.
• Support the HRBP’s in engagement. Build capabilities to drive organizational performance through individuals and managers as well as identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate and ensure seamless end-to-end delivery of global priorities and life cycle processes- working with the PS teams, leading and advocating for improvements that enhance the customer experience.
• Partners with the HRBP, global Centres of Excellence (COE) in the rolling out of global programs and processes to ensure a smooth transition.
• Have a deep understanding of employment legislation in one or two EMEA countries, to ensure that processes and policies adhere to the changing legislation and work with COE and PS colleagues when legislation might require some changes regarding contract template changes.
• Research, problem solve and respond to issues requiring a HR perspective/alignment, working closely with PS colleagues, HRBP and COE.
• Work collaboratively within the HRBP to share ideas, ownership, and accountability for driving improvements and consistency of execution for key HR processes, across EMEA.
• May also lead and get involved in country specific or regional/global People related projects, as required.

• Minimum of 6 years HR experience, preferably in an international matrixed environment in a virtual shared services environment
• HR or Equivalent Degree Qualification
• Extensive experience as an HR business partner or HR Generalist with strong leadership skills and experience working with multi-functional business teams.
• Expos…