The People Partner (HRBP) will play a pivotal role in operational partnering with a designated region/attraction within Merlin. The role is critical to understanding and executing function level plans and translating into people actions to support the delivery of the people agenda.
The HRBP will work closely with Snr People Partners and Senior Leaders to embed new ways of working, develop the strategic workforce plan, and build leadership capability. The role involves owning and implementing workforce, talent, engagement and change initiatives that deliver tangible results at a functional level, whilst ensuring alignment and consistency with global operations.
Qualifications & ExperienceKey Responsibilities:
- Operational partnering at functional level to deliver the people plan in line with wider business goals.
- Support the development of the strategic workforce plan whilst ensuring operational effectiveness working closely with the Hub.
- Support coaching and development at function level whilst enabling and upskilling managers to take ownership for people management, creating confident and capable leaders.
- Ensure leadership effectiveness and team development are central to functional success.
- Coach and develop the leadership team to build a high-performing and accountable culture.
- Drive change initiatives across the attraction, acting as a change influencer at all levels.
- Embed new ways of working into the attraction.
- Contribute actively through a mix of virtual and onsite presence, ensuring full visibility and engagement.
- Support and facilitate talent and succession planning, ensuring a viable talent pool and robust pipeline within the attraction.
- Drive alignment of talent strategy with the overall people plan, supporting functional mobility and development.
- Deliver the attractions pay and benefits agenda, ensuring consistency with attraction and regional standards and supporting the Senior HRBP with pay review implementation.
- Support line managers on engagement activity, collating feedback from culture surveys and supporting local activities to implement feedback.
- Drive meaningful engagement initiatives by adopting and tailoring global toolkits.
- Champion employee experience across the attraction to support recruitment, retention and morale.
- Support community engagement initiatives with Snr People Partners.
- Manage complex employee relations cases by exception, ensuring risk is managed and legal obligations are met.
- Work collaboratively with Unions or Works Councils as appropriate.
- Support the implementation of regional and global DEI plan within the attraction.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience in a HR Business Partner or equivalent role within a matrixed or large-scale organization
- Demonstrable experience in coaching leaders and embedding organizational change
- Strong understanding of US employment law, employee relations and HR operations
- PHR, SHRM or equivalent experience would be advantageous
- Proven track record of developing and delivering strategic workforce plans
Excellent Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.Paid Time Off (PTO).Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.Recognition Programs and Rewards.401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!
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Pay RangeFrom USD $90,000.00/Yr.
Skills Required
- Experience in an HR Business Partner or equivalent role within a matrixed or large-scale organization
- Demonstrable experience coaching leaders and embedding organizational change
- Strong understanding of US employment law, employee relations, and HR operations
- PHR, SHRM, or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of developing and delivering strategic workforce plans
Merlin Entertainments Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Merlin Entertainments and has not been reviewed or approved by Merlin Entertainments.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Attraction access through the Merlin Magic Pass provides free or discounted entry for employees, friends, and family. This perk is positioned as a meaningful offset to modest hourly wages in entry-level or seasonal roles.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. roles include medical, dental, and vision coverage. Health benefits are a core part of the package for eligible full-time positions.
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Retirement Support — Some U.S. positions offer a 401(k) with company matching. Retirement contributions form part of the offering for eligible roles.
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