People Business Partner

MacGregor Black; England; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic People Business Partner to empower leaders in transforming people strategies into tangible business results. This role involves building strong relationships, navigating complex people management challenges, and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation. You will coach managers, enhance recruitment processes, and lead projects aimed at continuous improvement. If you're a collaborative team player with a proven HR background and a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR or People role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to earn trust quickly.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor for people management and compliance.
• Partner with leaders for efficient recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Guide managers on performance management and employee relations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Influencing

Negotiation

Commercial Awareness

HR Generalist Experience

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Team Collaboration

Job description

People Business Partner

Are you ready to be the trusted partner who empowers leaders to turn people strategy into real business results?

Can you confidently navigate the complexities of people management while keeping both performance and fairness at the heart of every decision?

Do you thrive on building relationships, challenging the status quo, and finding smarter ways to help people and teams perform at their best?

MacGregor Black are partnering with a Manufacturing Business, looking for a People Business Partner. Role based in Norfolk or East Anglia.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor, coaching and guiding managers on all aspects of people management to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Partner with leaders to deliver seamless, efficient recruitment that secures the right talent for the business.
• Provide expert advice on performance management and employee relations cases, ensuring fair, consistent, and effective outcomes.
• Guide managers on employment law, balancing legal compliance with pragmatic business solutions.
• Lead and contribute to projects that improve people processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Support the Senior People Business Partner in enhancing our people services to meet evolving business needs.
• Be the go-to contact for people-related queries across different functions, offering specialist advice and support.
• Enable effective absence management processes, working with Occupational Health when required.
• Review and update HR policies in line with UK legislation and educate managers on key changes.

What we’re looking for?

• A relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly earn trust and credibility.
• A confident influencer and negotiator who creates win-win outcomes and brings people with them.
• A collaborative team player who works well across different functions and levels.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to align people initiatives with business goals in practical and innovative ways.
• Proven experience in a generalist HR or People role, with solid expertise in recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.
• Someone who role models leadership by setting clear direction, empowering others, and giving constructive feedback.
• A values-driven professional who prioritise safety, teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement in everything they do.

Salary up to £55k + benefits.

Please contact Alice Redmond for more information today.