Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
How you will be rewarded:
Role Purpose
Reporting to the HRD, the Senior HRBP is a strategic and operational leadership role responsible for shaping and implementing the people strategies. Responsible for leading and coordinating the HR activities ensuring flawless execution of core HR processes. This role partners closely with senior leadership while also overseeing end‑to‑end payroll operations and managing the on‑site Local HRBP to ensure consistent, high‑quality HR support across the location. You will have one direct report where you will need to have an active role in their development.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership
•Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insight, challenge, and strategic guidance on all people‑related matters.
•Lead organisational design, workforce planning, and talent strategies aligned with business goals.
•Drive cultural initiatives, employee engagement, and change management programmes.
•Use people analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, influencing decisions with data‑driven insights.
•Coach leaders to build capability, strengthen team performance, and support succession planning.
Leadership of On‑Site Local HRBP
•Manage and mentor the on‑site Local HRBP, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
•Ensure consistent application of HR policies, processes, and standards across the site.
•Oversee workload prioritisation, case management, and service delivery within the local HR function.
•Support the Local HRBP in developing their capability and professional growth.
•Act as an escalation point for complex issues requiring senior HR judgement.
Employee Relations & Policy
•Lead complex employee relations cases, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
•Provide expert guidance on HR policies, employment law, and best practice.
•Promote a positive, inclusive, and high‑trust working environment.
Payroll Leadership
•Own the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery.
•Manage relationships with payroll providers or internal payroll teams, ensuring strong controls and service excellence.
•Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
•Ensure compliance with tax, pension, and statutory obligations.
•Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and month‑end payroll processes.
•Drive continuous improvement in payroll systems, processes, and data integrity.
HR Operations & Compliance
•Ensure high standards of HR data accuracy and governance across all people processes.
•Lead annual HR cycles including performance reviews, compensation planning, and benefits administration.
•Maintain compliance with employment legislation, internal policies, and audit requirements.
•Support the implementation and optimisation of HR systems and digital tools.
•Deliver the legal and company compliance for all Data Privacy activities.
Skills & Experience
•Extensive experience as an HR Business Partner supporting senior leaders in a complex environment.
•Proven leadership experience, ideally including line management or coaching of HR professionals.
•Payroll management expertise with a track record of compliance and process ownership, desirable but not essential
•Deep understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
•Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
•Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
•Demonstrated ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement.
•High levels of integrity, discretion, and professional judgement.
Qualifications
•Degree level and/or CIPD Level 5 or above.
•Payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP), desirable but not essential.
•Experience with HRIS and payroll systems, desirable but not essential
What Success Looks Like
•Leaders view you as a strategic partner who elevates performance and culture.
•The Local HRBP is well‑supported, high‑performing, and aligned with organisational priorities.
•Payroll runs flawlessly with strong controls and zero compliance issues.
•Employees experience a consistent, high‑quality HR service across the site.
•HR processes are efficient, data‑driven, and continuously improving.
At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.
Apply before: 13/04/2026
Hiring manager
Hannah James
Hannah.James@hydro.com
Hydro is a leading industrial company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We develop industries that matter to people and society.
Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace for our 31,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.
Today, we own and operate various businesses and have investments with a base in sustainable industries. Hydro is through its businesses present in a broad range of market segments for aluminium, energy, metal recycling, renewables and batteries, offering a unique wealth of knowledge and competence.
Hydro is committed to leading the way towards a more sustainable future, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways.
