Executive Manager, Human Resources (Angostura)

Our Client, Angostura Holdings Limited, is seeking to fill the position of Executive Manager, Human Resources.

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Manager, Human Resources, as HR Lead for the Company, provides leadership and strategic people advice to all levels of the organisation and ensures delivery of a full HR service to the employed and contingent workforce. The role is responsible for overseeing and leading the strategic aspects of the human resources, industrial relations, and health and safety functions. A strong understanding of HR best practices and the ability to align HR strategies with the organisation's overall goals is required while being a dynamic and visionary leader. The Executive Manager, Human Resources plays a critical role in shaping the company's culture that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, enhances employee engagement, ensures compliance with relevant regulations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and execute the overall HR strategy in alignment with the organisation's objectives.
• Work with senior leadership to develop the workforce strategy & plans; to ensure its people policies; culture and working practices enable high performance and organisational capability.
• Drive continuous service improvement and ensuring strategic and operational priorities are delivered.
• Work in partnership with managers and mentors their professional team; to deliver strong people practices; drive through organisational change and support continuous improvement to services.
• Develop and drive initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.
• Coordinate with the executive team, the development and execution ESG initiatives in line with company objectives.
• Ensure that sound employment, fairness, and transparency; as well as management principles are at the heart of organisational change. Support and advise management to ensure that structural or cultural changes are effective; sustainable and deliver cost effective structures and achieve business objectives.
• Partner with managers and senior leaders, on people and organisational issues, providing Strategic and Operational HR advice to help them achieve objectives.
• Support, coach and influence management in dealing with key people management and development issues including resourcing, career development, performance management, succession planning and a range of employee relations matters.
• Analyse and interpret workforce monitoring data for Senior Management Team, maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. Highlight trends and patterns and recommend solutions as necessary to meet trends, shortfalls and planned changes and ensure that managers are aware of these.
• Collaborate with the executive team to identify and address HR priorities and challenges.
• Provide guidance and support to the HR team, ensuring effective implementation of HR policies and programs.
• Drive the development and implementation of talent management strategies, including recruitment, retention, performance management, and succession planning.
• Lead the development and execution of the company’s Training and Development agenda.
• Develops and drives the implementation of a strategic workforce planning framework.
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement and develop appropriate interventions.
• Drive HR efficiency and effectiveness through the adoption and effective use of technology, including HRIS/AI/Self-service across all HR Functions

Industrial Relations:

• Oversee the development and implementation of industrial relations strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with employee representatives, unions, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations and participate in the resolution of industrial disputes.
• Monitor and interpret labour laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and advising management on related matters.

Health and Safety:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive health and safety strategy in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote a safety-conscious culture throughout the organisation.

Compliance and Ethics:

• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that align with legal requirements and promote ethical conduct.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and management on ethical issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Foster a culture of integrity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration or a related field
• Professional certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) are highly desirable
• At least 8 years’ progressive experience in HR, negotiations, legal, audit, administration in a unionised environment.
• Experience in IR and working in unionised environments.
• Experience in management reporting including budgeting, forecasting, monthly financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• 4+ years’ experience in working with government/regulatory bodies in the export sector would be an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Knowledge of the alcohol industry and manufacturing process in a highly unionised environment would be an asset.

Closing Date: November 13^th, 2024

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those favourably considered will be contacted.