Who we are: The Rosalind Franklin Laboratory (RFL) is publicly owned and operated by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and is at the heart of the UK’s response to managing the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
RFL is the largest facility of its kind in the UK, and one of the largest in Europe. Using cutting-edge technology, the lab has processed millions of PCR tests since opening in June 2021. The lab continues to play a vital role in stopping the transmission of COVID-19, as well as ensuring the nation can respond quickly and at greater scale to deal with pandemics and other future health threats.
This world-class facility has considerable benefits to the local area in terms of job creation and putting Royal Leamington Spa on the international scientific map, while contributing to the UK’s ambition to be a global leader in science, medicine and technology.
The RFL site has considerable benefits to the local area in terms of job creation and putting Royal Leamington Spa on the international scientific map with world-leading technology.
In this role you will have the opportunity to:
To be part of the Human Resources team that is a business critical, improvement function for RFL. You will be leading, driving and implementing a workforce strategy which identifies, attracts and develops talent, embraces and embeds effective and sustainable change, encourages innovation, drives performance and delivers continuous improvement. The HR function operates as a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-business capacity.
This an exciting time at RFL. We are moving into the next stage of growth as we move from start-up mode into business transition and ultimately our final operating model. For the RFL to achieve its mission and vision it requires an HR function which is purposeful, business focussed and solutions driven. Our aim is for RFL to be an employer and provider of choice and internally & externally accredited as a ‘great place to work’. The challenges are great, but the opportunities are greater!
Your Responsibilities:
Work with closely the HR Director, and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to co-create and drive an LSL People Strategy
Build trusted relationships with line managers and the lab senior leadership team
Attend lab ops and relevant management meetings to support and drive forward people solutions to operational lab issues
Challenge managers' thinking, influencing decisions that support the achievement of corporate objectives in a values-compliant manner
Identify areas for improvement and make appropriate changes to reach professional excellence
Use data and intelligence to inform decisions applying the workforce lens to find solutions
Keep abreast of any Employment Law changes that could affect the Laboratory’s policies and brief colleagues/line managers as appropriate
Deliver strategic, performance driven, innovative leadership across the business
Help build leadership and management capability to deliver a great experience that engages employees
To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills & experience:
Experience of managing and influencing senior stakeholders on HR/people matters
Skills in at least two areas of HR specialism (e.g. organisational change, TUPE, workforce planning, employee engagement, equality/inclusion)
Experienced in-project managing, designing, and developing a range of HR programmes to time and budget
Solid communication skills and the ability to create positive change
Previous experience of working as a senior HR level is essential
Ambiguity, flexibility and the ability to pivot when needed
Education: Degree or CIPD qualification is desired but not essential
In return we offer you: You will receive a minimum 18-month contract and competitive rate of pay £61,834 and a 10% retention payment (paid at 9 and 18 months). Additional benefits include Company Sick Pay and Overtime Pay.
Working hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5:30pm – however, the RFL operates 24/365 and there may be a need to attend out of hours or at weekends.
If you would like to request any reasonable adjustments around start times, working additional hours, learning about different shifts or future opportunities around securing a permanent position, please speak to the team to learn more about how we can accommodate you.
Pre-Employment Checks: Please be aware that we operate pre-employment checks to the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including a media check. This is the required level of screening for all staff working at the RFL.
Post-Employment Checks: All staff are required to be SC Cleared.
Diversity: You will be joining a diverse and hugely welcoming team that reflects the communities we serve. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and empowering them to contribute fully at work.
If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential work, please apply today.
Please note: Impellam Group is working in partnership with UKHSA, so you will be employed on a fixed-term employment basis with an Employing Agency (either SRG, Medacs, Lorien or Blue Arrow) within Impellam Group, in line with contractual employment terms and conditions set out by the respective Employing Agency, and not directly employed by UKHSA.
