HR Business Partner (FTC)

HR Business Partner (6+ Month Fixed-Term Contract)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our organisation on a 6+ month fixed-term contract. Working closely with business leaders, you will provide trusted HR advice, drive people initiatives, and support the delivery of a high-performing and engaged workforce. This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and making a tangible impact on business success.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with senior leaders to understand business goals and develop HR strategies that enable success.
• Influence decision-making through data-driven insights and workforce analytics.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning

• Lead local succession planning, talent reviews, and workforce development initiatives.
• Support recruitment strategy emphasising critical roles and underrepresented groups.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion.

Performance & Change Management

• Partner with leaders on performance management processes and capability building.
• Support organizational change projects, including restructures and cultural transformation.
• Work with business to reduce absenteeism and in work sickness issues

Policy & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to HR policies, employment legislation, and best practice standards.
• Mitigate risk through proactive management of employee relations and compliance issues.

Data & Insights

• Utilise HR metrics and analytics to inform strategic decisions and measure impact.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for local leadership team.

Education and Experience

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Project Manager in a complex organisation.
• CIPD qualification at lvl5/7 or equivalent is desirable.

***Please note as part of the onboarding process all candidates will need to complete BPSS security clearance***

We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.

We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.