Senior People Partner — Change & Employee Experience (Newcastle)

Leonardo; Newcastle; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off and flexi-days

pension scheme with employer contrib

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Free online courses

Referral bonus

Flexible benefits up to £500

Hybrid working

Job summary

Leonardo in Newcastle is seeking a Senior People Partner to lead the UK People Plan in partnership with senior stakeholders, delivering positive people-focused change and a productive working environment. The role stands alone in Newcastle and sits within the Radar and Advanced Targeting People Team.

You will work with senior leaders, people leaders, and employees to implement the UK People Plan, influence culture, and drive strategic HR initiatives in a technology-focused organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver people-focused change in a technology-driven business.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and build effective working relationships.
• Commitment to ongoing development through coaching and formal training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the implementation of the UK People Plan with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Edinburgh and UK People Leadership Team to set Newcastle's long-term vision and actions.
• Align team behaviours with business values, set targets, and review performance regularly.
• Act as a change agent and coach to maximise leadership impact.
• Champion Employee Experience and Inclusion within Leonardo UK through networks and forums.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching

Change management

Employment law knowledge

Strategic partnering

Job description

Leonardo in Newcastle is seeking a Senior People Partner to lead the UK People Plan in partnership with senior stakeholders, delivering positive people-focused change and a productive working environment. The role stands alone in Newcastle and sits within the Radar and Advanced Targeting People Team.

You will work with senior leaders, people leaders, and employees to implement the UK People Plan, influence culture, and drive strategic HR initiatives in a technology-focused organisation.