HR Business Partner

Requisition ID: 65461 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid About the role The HR Business Partner will shape and drive organisational effectiveness priorities aligned with the business growth strategy. The role partners closely with people leaders, coaching and supporting them to build, maintain a positive Employee Relations environment that enables a high‑performance culture and follow-up on the going transition of some HR activities through our Global Shared Services (GBS). As a member of the European HR Integrated Operations (IO) team and supporting the Site Leadership Team (SLT), the role reports to the HR Director for IO. This is a full-time permanent role based onsite, with the option to work from home one day per week. Key responsibilities Organisational Effectiveness Drive organisational effectiveness initiatives aligned with business strategy. Support organisational design, workforce planning, and change programmes. Partner with leaders to enhance team performance and capability. Talent Management & Workforce Planning Lead talent and succession planning to support business growth. Partner with leaders on recruitment, workforce planning, and key hires. Collaborate with Centres of Excellence on learning and leadership development. Employee Relations & Labour Law Act as the main HR contact in Italy for managers and employees. Provide guidance on Italian labour law, employee relations, disciplinary processes, and HR policies. Manage employee relations cases and ensure legal and policy compliance. Compensation, Benefits & Compliance Support compensation reviews and reward decisions. Provide local market insights to inform reward strategies. Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR policies. HR Operations & Employee Experience Partner with Global Shared Services to deliver effective HR processes. Support onboarding, HR administration, payroll-related matters, and employee lifecycle activities. Drive employee engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives. Leadership Partnership Act as a trusted advisor to the Site Leadership Team. Coach and support managers on leadership and people management practices. Qualifications and skills In Kerry we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment. These include: • Previous HRBP experience • Experienced in influencing senior stakeholders in complex change situations • Expertise in Italian labour law, employee relations, and HR compliance • Strong operational HR experience across recruitment, case management, and HR processes • Coaching • Proven project management skillset • Languages : Italian and English fluently. What we can offer This role provides the opportunity to partner closely with business leaders, influence people strategy, and play a key role in shaping organisational effectiveness and employee experience in Italy. You will also benefit from excellent opportunities for learning and development within a dynamic international environment. The hiring range for this position is €47,000 - €63,000 gross base salary per annum. The actual base salary within the stated range will be set using objective, gender‑neutral criteria, including skills, experience, role requirements and internal equity. The hiring range is determined based on a fair evaluation of the role and relevant market benchmarks in the applicable country. ​ Employment classification: Quadro Applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL): Food Industry National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL Industria Alimentare) Hybrid working policy (up to 2 days of remote working per week, subject to business needs) Flexible working hours Employee share scheme Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Subsidised canteen and employee discounts About Kerry Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition partner for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Working behind the scenes, every day we partner with customers to solve the world’s most complex food challenges with our range of differentiated ingredients, technologies, and people. We are passionate about what we do and are constantly innovating to create a healthier, more enjoyable, and sustainable food future without compromise. We are driven to be our customers’ most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition and will reach over two billion consumers with sustainable nutrition solutions by 2030. Our Safety purpose: “we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day”. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility. Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter: #LI-SR1 Posting Type: LI Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers. In the event that speculative CVs or candidate profiles are submitted by recruitment agencies, we reserve the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current or future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency.