Senior HR Business Partner

1w1 week ago

EDF Trading

London, GB · Full-time · £90,000 – £120,000

About this role

Join EDF Trading, part of the EDF Group, a world leader in low-carbon sustainable electricity generation. As Senior HR Business Partner, serve as a strategic advisor to trading desks and leadership, aligning people strategy with commercial objectives in volatile markets. Become part of a diverse international team challenging conventional ideas.

Act as trusted partner to Senior Traders and Heads of Desk, providing data-driven insights for workforce planning and organizational design. Lead initiatives in organizational development, talent management, and succession planning. Partner with Legal and Compliance to mitigate people-related risks in regulated environments.

EDF Trading's Human Resources team is based in London and Houston, providing full HR support to all offices. Gender balance and inclusion are priorities, with around 750 colleagues in London, Paris, Singapore, and Houston. Regular social and networking events keep you connected.

Enjoy hybrid working, personal pension plan, private medical and dental insurance, corporate gym memberships, and more. Gain experience trading power, gas, LNG, LPG, oil, and environmental products. Join us to make a difference and shape the future of energy.

Requirements

Proven track record in developing, managing, and implementing HR strategies across business areas
Deep understanding of commodity lifecycle, trading P&L, risk management including VaR and hedging
Understanding of impact of global events on market volatility
Broad range of HR experience with mix of operational and strategic work
Highly credible individual able to serve as strategic advisor in trading environment
Educated to degree level

Responsibilities

Act as trusted partner to Senior Traders and Heads of Desk, providing data-driven insights to influence business decisions, workforce planning, and organizational design
Lead initiatives in organizational design, workforce planning, and cultural transformation to improve efficiency
Drive talent management strategies, including identifying high-potential employees and establishing robust succession plans
Partner with Legal and Compliance to mitigate people-related risks, including conduct, regulatory changes, and employee relations
Leverage HR analytics and workforce metrics to identify trends, pre-empt challenges, and measure program effectiveness
Coach senior leaders to enhance people management capabilities and mentor junior HR team members
Lead implementation of HR projects, procedures, and guidelines to align workforce with strategic goals