HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner Salary: Up to £45,000 per annumLocation: Hybrid Working (office and home-based)Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced HR professional to join a growing organisation in as a HR Business Partner. This is a broad generalist role responsible for delivering operational HR support, managing employee relations matters, and partnering with managers to drive effective people practices across the business.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the employee lifecycle, providing expert HR guidance, and helping to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture.Key ResponsibilitiesEmployee Relations & HR Support\n

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• Manage employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management processes.
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• Provide advice and guidance to managers on employment legislation, HR policies, and best practice.
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• Support organisational change initiatives and employee consultation processes where required.
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• Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR decision-making across the business.
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Employee Lifecycle Management\n

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• Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction activities.
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• Coordinate talent reviews and succession planning initiatives.
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• Manage contractual changes and employee records.
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• Support performance management processes and development planning.
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HR Data & Reporting\n

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• Produce and analyse HR metrics including:\n
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  • Absence levels
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  • Employee turnover
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  • Recruitment activity and costs
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  • Internal progression and mobility
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• Use people data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
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• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure GDPR compliance.
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Employee Engagement & Wellbeing\n

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• Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes.
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• Partner with managers to enhance employee experience and retention.
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• Promote a positive and inclusive working environment.
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Continuous Improvement\n

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• Review and improve HR processes, systems, and procedures.
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• Contribute to HR projects and wider business improvement initiatives.
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• Drive best practice and help develop high-performing teams.
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About YouEssential Experience\n

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• Minimum 5 years' experience in a generalist HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, or similar role.
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• Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently.
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• Experience partnering with managers and influencing stakeholders at different levels.
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• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
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Skills & Attributes\n

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• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
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• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
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• Data-driven approach with the ability to interpret and present HR metrics.
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• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
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• Proactive, approachable, and confident in challenging constructively when appropriate.
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• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
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Qualifications\n

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• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification (or equivalent experience).
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• Ongoing commitment to personal and professional development.
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What's on Offer\n

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• Salary up to £45,000 per annum
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• Hybrid working arrangement
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• Opportunity to influence and shape people practices within the organisation
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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• Professional development opportunities
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• Comprehensive benefits package (details available on application)
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This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing operational HR delivery with business partnering responsibilities and is looking for a varied, people-focused position within a dynamic organisation.