Assistant HR Business Partner

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a motivated Assistant HR Business Partner to enhance HR service delivery in South Birmingham. This full-time role offers hybrid working and a salary of up to £48,822 per annum. The successful candidate will provide expert HR advice, manage projects, and analyse HR data to improve processes. Benefits include generous holiday, a 14% employer pension contribution, and a commitment to professional development within an inclusive culture.

Benefits

40 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

14% employer pension contribution

Flexible start/finish times and working patterns

Qualifications

• Demonstrated HR advisory experience across a broad range of HR areas.
• Strong knowledge of HR practice, employment legislation, and organisational policy.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and fostering an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Providing timely, expert advice to managers on HR matters.
• Leading or supporting HR projects to drive service improvements.
• Collaborating with HR colleagues to resolve complex employee relations issues.

Skills

HR advisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

CIPD qualification or willingness to progress to Level 7

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are currently seeking an Assistant HR Business Partner to join a busy HR Advisory Services team in South Birmingham. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) and offers hybrid working (2 days home working) and a salary of up to £48,822 per annum.

This is a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive HR service across a large organisation, providing expert advice and guidance on a wide range of employee-related issues and supporting strategic HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing timely, expert advice to managers on HR matters such as performance, sickness, conduct, grievance, TUPE, and probation
• Leading or supporting HR projects, driving process efficiencies and service improvements
• Undertaking employee consultations for TUPE and redundancy processes
• Collaborating with HR colleagues to resolve complex employee relations issues
• Analysing HR data to identify trends and propose improvements
• Coaching managers on HR processes and develop tools to enhance their capability
• Acting as a role model for organisational values, promoting equality and diversity

About You

• Demonstrated HR advisory experience across a broad range of HR areas
• Degree‑level qualification or equivalent, plus CIPD qualification (or willingness to progress to Level 7)
• Strong knowledge of HR practice, employment legislation, and organisational policy
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly proficient IT skills, including MS Office
• Commitment to continuous professional development and fostering an inclusive culture

Benefits

• 40 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 14% employer pension contribution
• Flexible start / finish times and working patterns

Key Details

• Location: South Birmingham (2 days home working)
• Hours: Full‑time (37.5 hours per week)
• Salary: Up to £48,822 per annum
• Contract Type: Permanent