People Partner in London

Welcome to Al Rayan Bank, the longest established and most successful Islamic bank in the UK. 

Al Rayan Bank is an extraordinary and flourishing institution that celebrates diversity and values ethics. As a prominent member of the Masraf Al Rayan Group, one of the largest bank’s in Qatar, we are fuelled by an unwavering ambition for excellence, promising you an exhilarating journey ahead.

At Al Rayan Bank, we embrace change as an opportunity for positive transformation. Currently, our focus lies on building a culture of inclusivity and diversity, creating an environment where every individual's unique perspectives are valued.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and flexibility, and we are committed to empowering our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.

2022 was the most successful year in the Bank’s history and we expect this success to continue throughout 2023. This success is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our incredible team. Join us on this exciting venture, where you'll have the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Come and join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a People Partner at our London Office. The People Partner w ill be responsible for driving HR initiatives that support the Bank's strategic goals and objectives. You will work closely with senior management and department heads to provide expert HR guidance and support, ensuring that our people practices are in line with industry regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• People Strategy: Collaborate with senior management to understand the Bank's business objectives and align HR strategies accordingly. Develop and implement HR plans and programs that support the Bank's growth and profitability goals.
• Employee Relations: Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation. Ensure compliance with employment law and company polices and procedures.
• Talent Acquisition and Retention: Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent. Develop retention strategies to ensure the bank retains key employees. Facilitate and lead on the Bank’s Graduate Scheme.
• Performance Management: Implement and oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback. Provide coaching and support to managers in addressing performance issues.
• Training and Development: Identify training and development needs and collaborate with managers to design and deliver training programs. Promote a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Compliance and HR Policies: Ensure HR policies and practices comply with UK employment laws and regulations. Keep abreast of changes in HR legislation and recommend policy updates as necessary.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse HR metrics and data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations to improve HR processes and decision-making.
• Benefits and Compensation: Administer employee benefits programs and provide guidance on compensation matters. Ensure the bank's compensation strategy is competitive and aligned with market trends.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (HR certification is a plus).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the banking or financial services industry.
• Extensive experience in Employee Relations.

Knowledge and Skill

• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

You will be required to demonstrate our 1Team values and associated behaviours which are outlined below:

• Trusted to do the right thing

  To act with total integrity. Put the customer first and stick to our promises.

• Empowered to own

  To embrace change, take responsibility and ask for help when needed.

To draw on each other’s strengths and believe in ‘no blame’ and ‘no ego’s’. Show resilience.

• Motivated to succeed

To be passionate about our work. Look for opportunities to learn and grow and celebrate each other’s success.

Conduct

We expect staff to follow the standards required by our regulators. At all times:

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and co-operative with regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and colleagues and treat them fairly
• Observe proper standards of market conduct

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing bank where we can offer exceptional opportunities for you to make your mark and progress your career in a diverse, ethical bank that you can actually believe in. 

Empowering your career, together we’ll deliver banking you can believe in.

Competitive + Discretionary Bonus + Private Healthcare + 30 days holidays + 10% Contributory Pension

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