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Posted 21 July, 2026

HR Business Partner

Reed
Plymouth, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

HR Business Partner

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  • Salary: £50,244
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  • 6-month Fixed Term Contract
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  • Location: Plymouth
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  • Job Type: Full-time
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Reed is excited to partner with a leading service provider in the social housing sector to recruit a proactive and experienced HR Business Partner. This role offers the opportunity to be a key player in delivering strategic HR support, fostering strong relationships, and driving organisational success.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Contribute to the strategic HR plans that support the organisation's vision and strategic intent.
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  • Lead specific change programmes, ensuring business leaders are supported and guided to successful completion.
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  • Oversee professional recruitment and selection processes.
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  • Provide high-level people management, development, and support across the organisation.
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  • Support strategies for employee engagement and wellbeing.
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  • Deliver operational HR services including recruitment, retention, data management, learning and development, and performance management.
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  • Provide pragmatic HR advice to business leaders on various issues such as disciplinary actions, capability, and grievances.
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  • Promote good employee relations and actively uphold the organisation's values and behavioural framework.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, ideally within the social housing or related sectors.
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  • Strong understanding of HR strategic and operational roles.
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  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
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  • Experience in managing change, including knowledge of legal HR aspects.
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  • Ability to coach and mentor managers and leaders.
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  • Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
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  • Proficient in HR systems and data management.
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Benefits:

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  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
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  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
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  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
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  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
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How to apply:

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To apply for the HR Business Partner position, please submit your CV today! Please contact Emma Hutchings at the Reed Devon & Cornwall office for more information.