Overview of role
Location: Stevenage
Help shape the future of our people, culture and bakery teams.
At Allied Bakeries, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From producing some of the UK’s most recognised bakery brands to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to thrive — our HR teams play a vital role in making that happen.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate HR professional to join our Stevenage Bakery as an HR Business Partner.
This is a highly visible, hands-on role where no two days are the same. Working as part of a supportive on-site HR team of two, and wider Regional HR team of 5, you’ll partner closely with operational leaders to help drive engagement, performance, capability and positive change across the site.
If you enjoy building relationships, supporting managers, helping colleagues develop and making a real impact in a fast-paced operational environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.
Reporting to the Lead HR Business Partner, key accountabilities include:
Key Accountabilities
As a trusted HR partner on site, you’ll provide practical support, coaching and guidance across all aspects of the people agenda, including:
Supporting and coaching managers on employee relations matters including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance cases
Driving engagement, wellbeing and positive people initiatives across the bakery
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and succession planning activity
Partnering with managers to build capability, confidence and leadership skills
Supporting organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives
Building positive relationships with Trade Union representatives and key stakeholders
Supporting learning and development activity to help colleagues grow and succeed
Using data and insight to support people decisions and regional HR priorities
Playing an active role in creating an inclusive, supportive and high-performing culture
The Right Person
You’ll ideally bring:
Previous HR generalist experience within a fast-paced environment such as manufacturing, FMCG, logistics or operations
CIPD qualification (part or fully qualified) or equivalent experience
Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
Experience supporting employee relations cases and coaching managers
Good communication and relationship-building skills
A practical and solutions-focused approach
Confidence working independently while also being a collaborative team player
Experience working with Trade Unions would be advantageous
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys supporting people and helping teams perform at their best.
Benefits
✨ Time Off – 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
🩺 Health & Wellbeing Support – Simplyhealth healthcare cash plan, eye care support and wellbeing resources
🏥 Private Medical Cover – BUPA healthcare cover
🔐 Pension & Life Assurance – Up to 10% employer contributions
🛍️ Retail Discounts – Save on 500+ major retailers through Extra Slice
📚 Learning & Development – Career development, training and progression opportunities
💸 Financial Wellbeing Support – Financial tools, support and access to affordable loans
🚴♂️ Green Benefits – Save on electric cars and bikes
🎉 Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate achievements through colleague recognition schemes
❤️ Charitable Giving – Support Save the Children through payroll giving
Our Values
Everything we do is built around our value of being “the best we can be”, supported by our key behaviours:
Aim High
Work Together
I Do What I Say
Everybody Matters
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, build positive working relationships and help shape a supportive workplace culture, we’d love to hear from you.