People Solutions Consultant

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People Solutions Consultant

6mth Fixed Term Contract - Mat Leave cover

York or London based - Hybrid

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic People Solutions Consultant to help drive and support the global business agenda. Partnering with senior business stakeholders, Centres of Expertise, Strategic People Partners, and People Directors this role will implement initiatives that align with the Hiscox 2030 strategy. In this role, you will leverage analytics to inform organisational effectiveness and ensure successful implementation through effective project management practices. You will provide essential support to group-wide strategic initiatives, contributing to a transformative journey significantly impacting the future of work at Hiscox. If you are ready to take on a new challenge and be part of a team dedicated to driving change and innovation, we encourage you to apply!

About the People Team

The Hiscox People Function is embarking on an inspiring and forward-thinking transformation journey to establish a colleague-centric employee value proposition (EVP) that will be delivered through a digital-first approach. Our aim is to create scalable and standardised people propositions through our Centres of Expertise (CoE) that will have a significant impact, be relevant, and focus on building Hiscox's future capabilities.

Our ultimate goal is to empower colleagues to reach their full potential with the support of inspirational leaders who exemplify the Hiscox values and put the organisation at the forefront of their decision-making. We strive to become an insight-led and digitally fluent people function, that leverages data to enable informed decision-making and shape a workforce that is both customer-centric and commercially viable.

We are dedicated to being a strategic partner to the business by delivering innovative HR strategies and solutions that drive business performance, high performance culture and a continuous improvement, growth mindset. Our vision is to create a collaborative and diverse workplace culture whereby Hiscox is recognised as the best place to thrive and grow your career in the insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities

Consultancy & Advisory Services:

• Act as an internal consultant, partnering with the People Function and business leaders to deliver strategic projects and cyclical activities.
• Utilise storytelling skills to craft presentations and reports for senior stakeholders, supporting buy-in for change initiatives.
• Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and consistent follow-through.
• Analyse data to generate insights to inform decision-making and workforce planning.
• Manage people risk and workforce health through data analysis. • Champion people solutions and products across the function and within the business. Strategic Projects:
• Support and advise leaders in managing organisational change and transformation, ensuring HR projects and initiatives are strategically aligned. • Design, plan, and develop people solutions using qualitative and quantitative data analysis to produce findings and recommendations.
• Take full ownership of key HR projects and initiatives, from conceptualisation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with Strategic People Partners and leaders to gain insights and knowledge that support project requirements.
• Maintain awareness of industry practices by monitoring market trends and understanding the broader industry workforce landscape.
• Track and assess progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies. • Ensure thorough project closure by reviewing outcomes and confirming deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Evaluate project outcomes and apply continuous improvement practices, such as performance metrics and lessons learned, to enhance future initiatives.

Project Management & Execution:

• Develop detailed project plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, resources, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies; co-ordinate cross-functional teams i.e. Comms, Finance for successful execution within scope, on time, and within budget.
• Engage and manage multiple stakeholders with clear communication, setting expectations, addressing concerns promptly, and building strong relationships to foster collaboration and buy-in.
• Use project management tools to track progress, monitor key performance indicators, and provide regular updates to leadership on milestones and potential challenges.
• Develop and execute change management strategies with relevant Centre of Expertise to ensure smooth transitions during organisational changes, minimising disruption and maximising colleague buy-in.

Cyclical Processes:

• Manage cyclical processes, such as year-end procedures and talent reviews, from start to finish, collaborating with centres of expertise (COEs) to establish clear timelines, communications, and strategies for advancing outcomes.
• Lead the delivery of cyclical processes for the business, ensuring effective stakeholder management with People Directors and Strategic People Partners. Handle diverse and confidential information requiring extreme accuracy, independent judgement and discretion
• Responsible for the maintenance of all employee documentation to agreed standards and in accordance with data regulations and other legislative requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications in HR or project management is desired but not mandatory.
• Extensive experience in HR consultancy, project management, and organisational design within dynamic and innovative environments 4
• Proven track record of successfully leading strategic HR projects and initiatives that align with business strategies and drive organisational change.
• Highly skilled in using expertise, communication, and relationship-building to influence key business decisions and cultivate successful partnerships.
• Able to analyse data, formulate findings, and provide data-based recommendations. • Proficiency in the full range of Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Agile experience preferable but not required.
• Strong foundation in employment law and extensive familiarity with HR standard methodologies related to Change and Employee Relations.
• Proven experience in leading change programmes connected to operating model and organisational design.
• Flexibility to travel when required.

Personal Attributes

• Dynamic and innovative mindset, with a strong desire to lead and drive transformation within an organisation.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and fostering collaboration across the organisation.

About Hiscox

As an international specialist insurer we are far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength - all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and always look for a better way of doing things.

We insure the unique and the interesting. And we search for the same when it comes to talented people. Hiscox is full of smart, reliable human beings that look out for customers and each other. We believe in doing the right thing, making good and rebuilding when things go wrong. Everyone is encouraged to think creatively, challenge the status quo and look for solutions.

Scratch beneath the surface and you will find a business that is solid, but slightly contrary. We like to do things differently and constantly seek to evolve. We might have been around for a long time (our roots go back to 1901), but we are young in many ways, ambitious and going places.

Some people might say insurance is dull, but life at Hiscox is anything but. If that sounds good to you, get in touch.

Diversity and Hybrid working

At Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we’re committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success.

We have also learned over the past few years that working life doesn’t always have to be in the office, and now it is safe to do so we have introduced hybrid working to encourage a healthy work life balance.

This hybrid working model is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work-life balance. We see it as the best of both worlds; structure and sociability on one hand, and independence and flexibility on the other.

 

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