HR Business Partner / People Partner

Description

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of purpose, our more than 18,000 dedicated employees work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a senior HR advisory role

• Strong knowledge of UK and Irish employment law, HR frameworks, and people practices

• Significant experience across generalist HR functions, including employee relations case management

• Experience supporting organisational change initiatives and managing complex HR cases

• Experience working in an international HR environment with diverse cultural contexts

• Structured way of working, strong analytical skills, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Willingness to travel within the assigned area of responsibility

• Experience using HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and reporting tools

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Act as a trusted HR business partner to managers across the assigned PFA division in the UK & Ireland

• Take responsibility for and contribute to HR processes across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance management, talent development, compensation, and related activities

• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, including the further development of structures, teams, and company culture

• Provide practical, consistent, and legally compliant advice on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation across the UK & Ireland

• Execute global HR projects at a local level

• Support the delivery and execution of global HR governance processes, including position approvals, compensation changes, Perform & Grow, Leadership Review, and related initiatives

• Support managers with operational planning and people-related decision-making

• Work closely with local HR colleagues, the HR Shared Service Center, and Centres of Excellence

• Take responsibility for the People Partner “Reward & Benefits” building block for the UK & Ireland