HR Business Partner - Workforce Change & Restructuring AVP (Glasgow)

Join Our Team at Barclays!

Location: Glasgow/Northampton/Manchester/London

Hybrid Work: 3 days a week in the office

Contract Length: 6 months

Employment Type: PAYE only

About Workforce Change & Restructuring

At Barclays, our Employee Relations Workforce Change & Restructuring (ER WFC&R) team is at the forefront of managing global change and restructuring initiatives. We are dedicated to shaping our workforce to meet long-term objectives, optimize costs, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Our vision? To create a streamlined, efficient, and insightful Workforce Change & Restructuring service that keeps our bank safe.

Your Role: Make an Impact!

As a key player in our Workforce Change and Restructuring delivery model, you will be involved in exciting projects across various entities. Your mission will be to:

• Drive and support allocated change programs.
• Collaborate with HR teams on restructuring, transfers, outsourcing, and new site setups across our global locations.

Key Accountabilities

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering the following:

• Project Initiation
• Due Diligence
• Consultation
• Implementation
• Communication Planning
• Governance and Risk Management
• Center of Excellence (COE) Contributions

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Strong experience in Workforce Change/Restructuring (highlighted in your CV).
• Proven ability to manage relationships with unions and union representatives.
• Experience leading consultations with unions and works councils.
• Background in employee consultations and redundancies.
• Experience with TUPE projects/programs.
• Capability to lead large-scale change initiatives.
• Experience delivering change programs internationally.
• Solid understanding of current employment legislation.
• Strong project management, change management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate a highly matrixed organization.
• Appreciation for cultural and geographic sensitivities.
• Excellent analytical and data skills, with proficiency in Excel (intermediate level).

Essential Experience

• Technical knowledge in consultancy, unions, redundancy, and relevant legal requirements.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Experience in structuring and tracking programs effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Excel for data management and manipulation.

About Barclays

Barclays is a leading British universal bank, offering a diverse range of services across consumer banking, payments, and global corporate and investment banking. Our commitment to excellence is supported by a robust service company that provides technology, operations, and functional services across the Group.

Our Values

At Barclays, our actions are guided by five core values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values shape our relationships with customers and clients and influence how we measure and reward our colleagues' performance. Success is not just about what you achieve, but how you achieve it.

Diversity at Barclays

We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work. We believe that diversity empowers our employees to contribute fully to Barclays' vision and goals.

Hybrid Working Experience

We offer a hybrid working model that combines the benefits of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Colleagues will work on-site for a minimum of two anchor days each week, with arrangements tailored to meet business needs.

Your Benefits

As a contract employee with Randstad Sourceright, you will enjoy a comprehensive range of financial and personal benefits, including:

• Enrollment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment).
• Holiday pay.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme for support with personal or work-related issues.
• Discounts at various high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Barclays and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth!