Human Resources Business Partner

IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview:

The HR Business Partner is responsible for providing strategic direction, guidance, support and coaching to the Site Leadership and Management Team. 
This role involves developing and implementing the site People Strategy that aligns with the site/business growth strategy and objectives, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture, and developing a strong talent strategy to ensure we have the right people in the right roles at the right time. 
This role serves as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing guidance and support on a wide range of HR matters, including (but not limited to) employee relations, performance management, reward and recognition, talent management and development, communications and engagement and organizational effectiveness.  

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Partnership 

• Align HR strategies with site business goals and support organizational change initiatives using IMI’s change management model. 

Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning 

• Lead workforce planning, performance reviews, succession planning, and capability development.
• Oversee recruitment for key roles and ensure effective onboarding and retention strategies. 

Employee Experience & Engagement 

• Drive employee engagement through surveys, focus groups, and site-wide initiatives including IMI Way Day.
• Promote open communication through town halls, leadership meetings, and transparent messaging. 

Performance, Reward & Recognition 

• Manage performance processes aligned with IMI’s Pay for Performance policy.
• Lead compensation, benefits, and recognition programs, ensuring compliance with national living wage standards. 

Inclusion, Wellbeing & Culture 

• Champion wellbeing initiatives, ensuring leadership engagement and action on OBV survey feedback.
• Promote IMI’s “Always Care” value across the site. 

Employee Relations & Compliance 

• Provide guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and local regulations. 

Data-Driven HR & Technology Enablement 

• Analyze HR metrics to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure accurate reporting and leverage AI and HR systems to enhance efficiency. 

HR Leadership & Team Development 

• Lead and develop the site HR team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Promote IMI values (Always Care, Be Curious, Create Impact) across the HR function and site. 

Crisis & Continuity Planning 

• Develop HR strategies for business continuity and workforce resilience during disruptions. 

Global & Regional HR Initiatives 

• Support and implement global, sector, and regional HR projects and programs at the site level. 

Work Environment: On-site with up to 10% travel annually.  

Critical Competencies for Success:

•  Experience as a senior HR business partner in an international environment (manufacturing experience is desirable).
• Demonstrable experience in successfully delivering business growth, change management & HR transformation.
• Exceptional knowledge of HR strategy and commercial insight, talent management, recruitment, engagement, cultural change, reward and recognition, and learning and development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people skills.
• Methodical thinker with the ability to influence senior management and drive organisational change.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in English; bilingual in Spanish preferred.  
   

Pay range: $70,000 – $80,000

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

Bonus eligibility: This position is also eligible for a variable incentive pay component, separate from base salary.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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