People Business Partner, Editorial (12 month parental leave cover)

Job Description

The Financial Times is seeking a People Business Partner for a 12-month parental leave cover in London. This role involves business partnering with leadership teams in Editorial, FT Specialist, Finance & Communications, contributing to the people strategy and objectives to support the FT's business strategy. The ideal candidate will navigate a creative and independent workforce with humor and heart.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and execution of the FT’s people strategy.
• Support diversity & inclusion plans, talent retention, succession, and engagement strategies.
• Handle escalated employee relations matters.
• Support regular union consultation meetings.
• Partner with centers of expertise to design and execute people solutions.
• Report on and analyze key People metrics.
• Build external networks to bring insights and ideas back to the FT.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Effective influencing skills and ability to challenge the status quo.
• Strategic thinking and ability to operate at a global level.
• Digital and technological savviness.
• Collaborative and inclusive approach.
• Strong employee relations experience.
• Demonstrable evidence of keeping abreast of industry changes.

What the Role Offers:

• Generous annual leave.
• Medical cover.
• Inclusive parental leave packages.
• Subsidized gym memberships.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite).