Global HR Business Partner

Swift; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial messaging seeks a Global HR Business Partner to enhance employee engagement and support organizational goals. This role requires strategic thinking, strong influencing skills, and a collaborative approach to HR. Join a diverse team and help shape HR practices across global client groups.

Benefits

Competitive Package

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Career Development Support

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of generalist HR experience, including 2+ years in HR Business Partnering.
• Experience in organizational transformation and managing sensitive cases.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with management to implement people strategy.
• Empower leaders to drive high-performing teams and improve employee experience.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Relationship Building

Influencing Skills

Data Analysis

Creative Problem-Solving

Strategic Thinking

Communication

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About Us

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

About The Role

Are you an experienced HRBP looking for a new challenge in a globally positioned, highly collaborative organization? Then this HRBP opportunity within our dynamic global team may be for you. Come grow your career with us!

The HRBP role at Swift is multifaceted and evolving. You will partner closely with management teams and stakeholders to implement our people strategy and help your client groups achieve their business goals. The role requires a strategic mindset with the ability to influence leadership and employees, support organizational transformation, and handle operational HR needs.

Our HRBP team is represented across the USA, EMEA, and APAC, working with global client groups. This offers opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration and global learning. You may also lead or contribute to global HR initiatives, gaining exposure to Swift’s OneHR Team and stakeholders.

Our environment is highly collaborative and supportive. We learn from each other, share best practices, and continuously improve our support and HR operating model.

What To Expect

This role involves empowering leaders to drive high-performing teams and improve employee experience through coaching and influence. You will use data to provide insights, support leadership development, and contribute to workforce planning that promotes diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.

You will promote a performance and learning culture, enhance employee engagement, and support DEI initiatives. Your experience and ideas will help evolve our HRBP model and ensure best-in-class partnership. Strong influencing and coaching skills are essential to help leaders optimize talent and align with strategic goals.

What will make you successful?

Competencies And Skills

• Understanding of business challenges and how HR strategies enable business goals.
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Ability to challenge and coach senior leaders constructively.
• Comfort with data analysis and insights.
• Collaborative mindset with a 'One HR' approach.
• Creative problem-solving and customer-centric attitude.
• Ownership, accountability, and strategic thinking.
• Fluent in English with strong communication and storytelling skills.

Knowledge & Experience

• At least 4 years of generalist HR experience in global, medium-large companies, including 2+ years in senior HR Business Partnering.
• Experience supporting organizational transformation and managing sensitive cases.
• Experience implementing HR programs relevant to business contexts.
• Knowledge of HR trends, practices, and automation.
• Understanding of HR in EMEA and unionized environments is a plus.

What We Offer

We empower your career, offer a competitive package, support your performance, and encourage authenticity. We foster diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone’s voice counts and you can reach your potential. If you need accommodations during the application process, contact us. We encourage applicants to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources