Global HR Business Partner

As a Global HR Business Partner at Bauer Media Group, based in Peterborough, you’ll be a key member of our Group HR team. In this strategic role, you will collaborate with key stakeholders in Group Functions to ensure alignment between business strategies and people management objectives across all 14 Bauer locations, especially in Germany, the UK, and Poland. You will work closely with HR teams for Publishing and Audio, as well as with our Centers of Expertise, including Compensation & Benefits, People & Culture, Organizational Design, Recruiting and Strategy & Transformation, to design and implement effective HR solutions. 

Your Responsibilities: 

• Act as a strategic advisor to key stakeholders in Group functions to align business and people strategies 
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that support the business objectives and drive organizational performance 
• Partner with the Transformation Enablement team to drive cultural transformation and organizational change 
• Support organizational design and change management initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness 
• Facilitate organizational restructuring, role clarity, and workforce planning 
• Collaborate with CoE`s to lead talent management processes including talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development 
• Identify and address talent gaps and development needs 
• Utilize HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure the impact of HR initiatives 
• Foster a culture of engagement and inclusion through various initiatives and programs 

Your Profile: 

• You have 7+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner or consultant in a dynamic, international environment, with deep knowledge in areas such as organizational development, talent management, change management, and employee relations 
• You are an inspiring HR leader, can assert yourself, unite and motivate team members, and thrive in a virtual matrix organisation 
• You are process-driven and data-oriented, with strong strategic thinking and financial acumen 
• In your previous companies you have worked with CoE`s and HRIS tools (SAP Sucess Factors preferably) 
• You are committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest HR trends, practices, and legal requirements 
• You are proactive, with a hands-on approach and willingness to roll up your sleeves when needed 
• You possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English. You are persuasive and confident in discussions.

About Bauer Media Group

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win. 
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working. 
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

Please Note: We are actively seeking this position. You should hear from us within 48 hours of the expiry date. Please note on some occasions the role may be closed before date shown or need to be extended.

If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process, please email careershub@bauermedia.co.uk we would love to hear from you.