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SalarySafran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy.
What will I be doing?
TEAM MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP
Deliver solutions in a timely manner that are aligned to the commercial needs of the business and the engagement of motivated employees.
Lead and manage a high performing Compensation & Benefits team, supporting development to reach individual potential.
Adapt priorities and departmental plans to address resource and operational challenges.
Support the HR Director in delivering the strategy for C&B for the business and work with key stakeholders to understand needs and deliver a professional and commercially sound HR service
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Be the expert 'go to' person for all strategic C&B information and work alongside the senior teams to understand their needs for today & tomorrow
Analyse market trends to ensure our compensation packages remain competitive. Anticipate and plan for long-term resource C&B changes, needs and trends
Work within a matrix organisation and handle complex information from different sources.
Work with the HRBP team to develop and implement pay structures
Deliver annual and adhoc salary changes and initiatives
Complete the annual Compensation Surveys and analyse results to ensure salaries are aligned with the business strategy. Working with the HRD and SLT, to provide a robust salary alignment for the business. Support the preparation of new job evaluations to align with the pay structure
Accountable for and actively drive the annual benefits cycle, scheme renewals and supplier selection.
Support Managers with the annual bonus campaign.
Support the wider HR team with non-standard queries relating to compensation and benefits
PAYROLL
Provide cover when required to check all fixed changes to the payroll and sign off the payroll from a HR perspective.
Oversee the provision of information to payroll.
BUDGETS
Responsible for the Compensation & Benefits budget.
SECURITY VETTING
Accountable for the overseeing of compliance with the site security requirements, including DBS and international criminality checks.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Maximise visibility and value of effective reward strategies, policies, and processes by providing effective compensation communications materials and advice across the organisation
Support the team to provide timely, accurate and pragmatic advice to all employees as required.
RECORD KEEPING, DATA & REPORTING
Conduct analysis and metrics required for decision making, including timely data input to collective bargaining and employee compensation.
Responsible for overseeing the maintenance & updating of :
o all employee records in accordance with Safran and GDPR document retention schemes in a timely and accurate manner.
o HR systems as required to ensure accurate systems and records.
Ensure all local and group reporting requirements are met.
Report on key HR data metrics, monitoring trends and working with managers to identify strategies for improvement.
Ensure all data for external or internal audits is provided in a timely manner.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Identify opportunities for HR policy, process and tool improvements to HR activities.
Support HR digitalisation and automation projects.
What we will give you?
Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave
Annual bonus & Share scheme options
Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
Our Benefits Portal offers a number of schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships and more!
Global and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes
STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
Social events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs.
Why us?
Safran was ranked globally as the world's third best employer in its sector by Forbes magazine in 2021.
Our employees are at the heart of our success and we work together towards Four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues.
What do you need from me?
ESSENTIAL
Previous experience in a Compensation or Benefits role and experience of HR and payroll systems.
Experience in benchmarking and job evaluation, ideally using Willis Towers Watson.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and able to deal confidently and appropriately with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to oversee multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and navigate through ambiguity.
Strong IT skills, including HRM systems and Microsoft Office Packages
High attention to detail
Confidential and trustworthy
DESIRABLE
Advanced Excel skills
Experience of operating in an international matrix organisation
At least CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) or working towards with a commitment to CPD.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and working with Trade Unions would be an advantage.
Experience of managing a Compensation & Benefits strategy and being responsible for the HR elements of payroll
QUALIFICATIONS
Educated to at least Level 3 (AS/A Level or Level 3 qualification)
What's my next step?
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.
Diversity & Inclusion
We want Safran Landing Systems to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.
We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Landing Systems an inclusive place to work.
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