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

Join Our Team as a Workforce Change & Restructuring Specialist!

Location: Glasgow/Northampton/Manchester/London

Hybrid: 3 days a week in the office

Length: 6 months

Employment Type: PAYE only

About Us

Welcome to the Employee Relations Workforce Change & Restructuring (ER WFC&R) team! We are dedicated to managing global change and restructuring initiatives across all our entities. Our mission? To shape a workforce that meets long-term objectives, optimizes performance, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Join us as we strive to become a best-in-class service that keeps our bank safe and efficient!

Your Role

As a key player in our Workforce Change and Restructuring delivery model, you will be at the forefront of exciting projects across Barclays. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Driving and supporting allocated change programs.
• Leading the HR workstream for various change initiatives, including restructuring, outsourcing, and new site setups, while collaborating with in-country HRBP, ER, and other specialists.

Key Accountabilities

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

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

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in Workforce Change/Restructuring (highlighted in your CV).
• Experience managing unions and conducting consultations in heavily unionized environments.
• Strong background in employee consultations and redundancy processes.
• Experience with TUPE projects and leading large-scale change programs.
• Familiarity with current employment legislation.
• Exceptional project management, change management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate a highly matrixed organization with cultural sensitivity.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence in handling data.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including data management, pivot tables, and vlookups.

Essential Experience

• Technical knowledge in consultancy, unions, redundancy, and relevant legal requirements.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Experience in structuring and running programs effectively.

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 reflected in our values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. We believe that success is not just about what you achieve, but how you achieve it.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Barclays, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We value the unique contributions of each individual and are committed to nurturing talent from all backgrounds.

Hybrid Working Model

We offer a flexible hybrid working experience that combines the benefits of in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work. Our structured approach allows for fixed onsite days, ensuring a balanced work-life dynamic. Please discuss your preferred working pattern with the hiring manager.

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.
• Exclusive discounts at various high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Ready to make an impact? Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of workforce change!