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Role
​This is a pivotal role within a complex global matrix structure, reporting to both the VP Manufacturing and VP of HR. The focus will be on stabilising the workforce, fostering engagement, and embedding Elanco’s people strategy while navigating the complexities of a unionised, blue-collar, shift-pattern workforce.

Key areas of responsibility include

• Cultural & Organisational Integration: Supporting the reintegration of the site into Elanco’s global HR framework, ensuring alignment of policies, procedures, and benefits.

• Employee Engagement & Development: Leading initiatives that enhance the

employee experience, leveraging wider Elanco resources for talent development.

• Union & Stakeholder Relations: Building meaningful relationships with Unite and Usdaw, managing negotiations effectively, and ensuring a collaborative approach.

• HR Service Transformation: Transitioning HR services to Elanco’s global service centres, alongside a new HRIS (migrating from ADP to Workday) integration.

• Performance & Cost Management: Driving efficiencies through multiskilling programs, optimising workforce costs while maintaining engagement and productivity.

• Strategic HR Leadership: Balancing pastoral care with a structured approach to workforce management, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking a strategic, agile, and data-driven HR leader with a proven track record in unionised manufacturing environments. The ability to challenge the status quo, influence senior stakeholders, and operate within a global matrix structure is essential.

Key Attributes:

• Gravitas and strong stakeholder management skills

• Directive yet empathetic leadership style

• Strong analytical and data insight capabilities

• Experience of navigating global matrix structures