Junior HR Business Partner

Oliver Wyman; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for growth

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Oliver Wyman in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a DNA Talent Manager to oversee staffing and talent management initiatives. The role involves working with specialists and collaborating with local Partners to meet both project and individual needs.

Applicants should possess 2 – 5 years of experience in HR or resource management and excellent communication skills. This hybrid role allows for flexibility while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience as a Talent Manager, Resource Manager, Recruiter or HR in a client services environment.
• Self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills able to work with diverse personalities.
• Proactive, high performing multi-tasker who takes ownership of their work.

Responsibilities

• Staff specialists onto client projects respecting project and personal needs.
• Oversee local utilization and management of performance processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor for specialists on development and work-life balance.

Skills

Talent Management experience

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Ownership and detail management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Human Resource Management or Business Administration

Tools

AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)

Job description

The Opportunity

The Talent Management team is responsible for the optimal mobilisation of specialists across our external client projects taking into consideration the commercial needs of the business and the individual needs of the specialists.

The DNA Talent Manager will be responsible for the staffing and all talent management initiatives for a pool of our specialists. The person will be part of the SPC Talent Management team and will be working in close collaboration with the broader European Talent Management team and the respective local Partners.

This is a hybrid role (60% of the time working from the Newcastle office).

Key Responsibilities

• Staffing of specialists onto client projects, considering balances between project requirements and execution, development objectives and personal preferences
• Oversee local utilization, ensure that trapped capacity is limited
• Talent Management for a specialist population including on‑boarding, performance management and career development
• Management of Mid-Year and Year-End performance management processes
• Act as person of trust for specialists regarding work related issues such as career development, work‑life‑balance or conflict resolution
• Collaboration with other Human Capital functions regarding topics such as training, performance management, recruiting
• Working on project‑based initiatives

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience as a Talent Manager, Resource Manager, Recruiter or HR, preferably in a dynamic client services business environment (management consulting or professional services)
• Excellent communication skills on all levels of the organization
• Team player able to function independently, but collaboratively, in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and different cultures
• Proactive, high performing multi‑tasker who takes full ownership of their work and manages the details
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Psychology, Human Resource Management or Business Administration
• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)

Why Join Us?

At Oliver Wyman, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We value collaboration, integrity, and excellence, and we encourage our team members to bring their authentic selves to work. Our culture promotes continuous learning and development, providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the firm.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment that supports work‑life balance. Join us in making a difference for our clients and communities while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative setting.

Oliver Wyman is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.