HR Business Partner
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a People Partner to join our team at COBA Group.
About COBA
COBA Group is a privately funded group of manufacturing and distribution businesses. Our key activities are invested in the design, manufacture and distribution of thermoplastic products. Founded in 1966, COBA employs over 800 people worldwide.
Supporting the EMEA division, the People partner will work closely with the Senior Leadership Teams of two COBA subsidiaries, COBA Europe Ltd and Carpet Accessory Trims Ltd.
COBA Europe, based in Rugby, Warwickshire, and Carpet Accessory Trims, based in Luton, Bedfordshire are dedicated to the manufacturing of specialist flooring profiles and accessories.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a standalone People Partner to work either on a full time (08:30-17:00 Monday to Thursday, 08:30-16:00 Friday).
You will be providing standalone, end to end HR service for the EMEA Division of COBA Group. This role is responsible for a headcount of c75 across two businesses, COBA Europe Ltd and Carpet Accessory Trims Ltd. Ideally you will be someone living in or between Rugby and Luton as you will be required to be flexible across both sites.
The ideal candidate will be CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent) with knowledge of current statutory regulations within Human Resources. You will have experience of HR within a manufacturing, logistics or distribution environment and will be able to demonstrate expert skill in relationship development and coaching line managers.
What do we offer?
As a member of the COBA team, you’ll enjoy:
- Private medical insurance for yourself and partner
- Access to a medical cash plan through Medicash
- Hybrid working
- Life assurance x4
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- 28 days holiday increasing with length of service
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) qualified?
- Are you able to commit to regular travel between both the Rugby & Luton sites?
Experience:
- Human resources: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing/ Logistics/ Distribution: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rugby
Application deadline: 12/02/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Machinery Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HR Business Partner roles across COBA Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Machinery Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £47,000 - £47,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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