Group HR Partner

JMG Group; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity-backed insurance firm based in the UK seeks an experienced HR professional to join a dynamic team. This pivotal role involves proactive support of the employee lifecycle, ensuring high-quality HR services, and driving initiatives for employee retention and engagement. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and a strong background in employee relations, bringing strategic insight to a fast-paced environment. The firm champions diversity and is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Significant practical HR experience is essential.
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Proven success in employee engagement and retention.

Responsibilities

• Act as a proactive HR partner supporting employee lifecycle.
• Improve employee retention and engagement aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and employment law.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualified

Employee relations expertise

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Data-driven HR approach

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

JMG Group is a private equity-backed insurance business headquartered in Leeds, with a strong and growing presence across the UK. As a Top 30 broker, we continue to expand rapidly through strategic acquisitions and currently place over £350m in Gross Written Premium each year. Our reputation in the market is built on delivering exceptional service to our customers, supported by the strength of our people, systems, and processes.

Overall objective

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in joining a small but highly impactful team that consistently deliver an effective, people-focused HR service across our UK Wide group of businesses.

This role joins an existing HR & People Operations function, who focus on BAU tasks but also support continued expansion and the evolving needs of the Group. You’ll be responsible for ensuring high-quality HR support across the business while also driving key people initiatives that align with our culture and growth ambitions.

Reporting to the Senior Group HR Partner, you will help provide robust HR support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including absence and performance management, employee relations, engagement, talent management, and the implementation of all our HR policies and procedures to newly acquired businesses.

You will play a pivotal role in helping to deliver HR strategies that improve employee retention, satisfaction, and engagement, while ensuring our people have the tools and development opportunities they need to thrive. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and wants to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a proactive HR partner across designated business areas, supporting leaders with all aspects of the employee lifecycle
• Support initiatives that improve employee retention, engagement, and satisfaction, aligned with business objectives
• Support the development and delivery of HR solutions that support the integration of new acquisitions and the Group’s ambitious growth strategy.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence issues.
• Support with the review, development, and implementation of HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and best practice.
• Support talent development by identifying skills gaps and promoting access to training and career development opportunities
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the Group, embedding these principles into everyday people practices
• Collaborate with the wider People team to align Group initiatives and ensure consistency across regions, eg. Recruitment, L&D and ESG
• Use data and HR metrics to monitor trends, inform decisions, and measure the impact of people strategies
• Support health and wellbeing initiatives that contribute to a positive, engaging workplace environment
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in all HR activities, staying abreast of employment law developments.

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences

• Ideally, CIPD Level 5 qualified, with significant practical HR experience
• Strong background in employee relations, with experience managing complex cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management
• Demonstrable experience supporting rapid business growth and acquisition integration, especially within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent understanding of employment law and the ability to provide expert advice on HR matters to senior management and staff.
• Ability to develop and implement HR policies and procedures that are aligned with business strategy and ensure legal compliance.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Proven track record in employee engagement and retention strategies, with measurable success in improving workplace satisfaction.
• Data-driven approach to HR, with experience using HR metrics and analytics to guide decision-making and measure impact
• Ability to think strategically and commercially, understanding the wider business context and aligning HR activities to business goals
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a growing, dynamic environment
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications