Anonymous

Skills

I have used a number of HRIS systems such as Workday, Iris Cascade, People HR. I am IT proficient in word and excel and enjoy using technology.

About

Dear Sir,
I am writing to apply for the role of HR Manager.
As you will see from my cv I have a proven track record in building effective relationships with senior management and managing change initiatives.
I pride myself in having good commercial awareness, a high level of emotional intelligence with the ability to coach and influence senior management. I have experience of working across a multi-site business and enjoy the challenge that this provides.
I am viewed by colleagues as a trusted business advisor and one who maintains a broad commercial and business understanding in order to develop long-term business relationships. I have considerable experience of project managing initiatives using project methodology.
I have over 20 years’ solid experience as an HR generalist working predominately within the private sector. I have solid ER experience and have worked with Trade Unions for the majority of my career. In all my previous roles I have added value and provided cost effective solutions for the business. Examples of these include:-
Implementation and roll out of New Attendance Management & Rehabilitation Procedure leading to a reduction of sickness absence from 8% to 2.3% resulting in significant savings in sick pay and productivity downtime.
TUPE transfer of security function reducing labour costs by £150,000 over a 10 year period.
Planning and implementation of a Restructuring Programme of the processing unit consisting of over 100 employees providing the Company with production efficiency gains and enabling talent allocation in the correct business areas.
Development of Talent Management and Succession Planning programmes enabling talent allocation in the correct business areas and strengthening the talent pipeline for the future.
Creation and implementation of a 5 Year HR Strategy ensuring employee functionality is aligned with the Company’s mission and goals.
Development and execution of a site wide information and Consultation Agreement to enabling efficient communication within the business.
Key player in redundancy programme reducing workforce from 400 to 165 employees creating significant labour cost reductions.
Development and training out of key HR policies & procedures, performance appraisal system and a new attendance bonus system ensuring greater consistency and reducing manager’s time in the management of employee issues.
Updating of site wide terms and conditions of employment creating a more effective working relationship with the union.
Main contributor in site wide initiative to reduce pay anomalies creating a more equal and happier workforce.
Design of assessment centres for apprenticeship recruitment ensuring the right future talent within the business is obtained and alleviating pressure on the succession planning process.
Please find attached my current curriculum vitae which I hope will be of interest to you. I look forward to hearing from you in due course.

Yours sincerely,

Miss Ngaire Hornby