About Hitachi Rail

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Hitachi Rail''s Global Business Unit is looking to add an HR Business Partner to its Central Functions. This role can be based in London. As a global strategic business partner, you will ensure the identification, analysis and translation of business needs and requirements into the HR function (and vice versa). You will be part of the leadership teams of the central HR functions and ensure alignment of key business and talent priorities and needs.Responsibilities

Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company''s culture, vision, mission and strategic objectivesLead the identification, analysis and translation of business needs and requirements for the HR function (and vice versa)Support annual budget planning cycle based on qualitative and quantitative workforce planning analysisDevelop and implement a talent agenda for the relevant function, including talent identification, talent development for key talent, succession planning and functional skill developmentAs a member of the relevant functional leadership teams, ensure the alignment of key business and talent priorities and support building high-performance teamsMonitor and use key performance indicators (KPIs), analysing outcomes to foster a high performance environment, supporting the identification of strategic initiatives and development of future strategies (leveraging the global HR KPI framework)Be responsible for execution of core HR processes (e.g. global performance management, talent review, salary planning) within the relevant functionCollaborate closely with the business and regional HR team, as well as the HR Centres of Excellence to develop and implement holistic HR solutionsUtilise HR metrics and analytics to monitor the organisation and employee performance, providing data-driven insights to drive HR and function decision-makingProvide support on change initiatives to help the function navigate transitions smoothly and effectivelyTechnical Skills

Progressive HR experience in a senior leadership role, covering all facets of HR management with proven track recordsExcellent consulting and communication skills in exchange with managers, employees, works councils and other internal and external stakeholdersExperience supporting global, highly matrixed organisationsSignificant experience in the implementation of change management strategies and organizational developmentStrong expertise in the use of HR analysis tools to support strategic decisionsHuman Skills

Highly collaborativeProven ability to influence senior leadersGlobal and business-oriented mindset and high intercultural sensitivityBusiness fluent in EnglishWhat To Expect

We aim to complete a comprehensive interview process, with separate focus on technical and behavioural competencies. Reasonable adjustments are available with prior notice; please let the TA partner know if this would be necessary. The TA partner can discuss what reasonable adjustments are and what might be available.What We Can Offer

We’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We offer market leading training, development and experiences, with mentoring and coaching from industry leaders. We hire from within as our first priority, so you’ll have opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.Flexibility

Your health and well-being matter to us and we offer flexibility such as part-time hours, job sharing, home working, or flexible start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. For more information about us and current opportunities, please visit https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.Equality statement

At Hitachi Rail, we value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and worldview. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and are an equal opportunity employer.We invite you to follow Hitachi Rail on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail.

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