HR Business Parter

Mercury Hampton; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in Portsmouth is seeking an HR Business Partner to manage HR processes and compliance. This full-time role requires a CIPD Level 7 qualification and proven experience in a senior HR role within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to partner effectively with senior management. The role offers competitive benefits and a structured working pattern.

Benefits

Generous pension

25 days holidays

9 day working fortnight

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or working towards).
• Proven experience in a senior HR generalist / HR Manager role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for delivering HR processes compliance and business partnering.
• Support to the Site Director and Senior Leadership Team.
• Manage complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

High attention to detail and data accuracy

Problem-solving and decision-making capability

Strong project management and organizational skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

HR Business Partner - Aerospace Sector (CIPD Level 7)

Location : Portsmouth UK (full time on-site)

Working Pattern : 9 day fortnight (every other Friday is a non working day)

Salary : DOE

Benefits : Generous pension 9 day working fortnight 25 days holidays BH more

The Company

My client is an Aerospace organisation involved in the design manufacturing certification and services for mission-critical equipment.

They support both civil and military operators working closely with OEMs and maintenance facilities. This is an organisation who has been established for 50 years a global leader in mission-critical equipment operating in over 120 countries.

The Role

The Site HR Manager will act as the strategic and operational people partner and will be accountable for delivering HR processes compliance and business partnering to ensure the site meets both legal and operational requirements. This role combines hands-on HR management with strategic alignment ensuring employee engagement compliance and workforce efficiency.

Your role will report into the HR Director and will have ownership for the facility in Portsmouth. Your day-to-day role will involve close interaction and support to the Site Director and the Senior Leadership Team. This is a key role within the business and an opportunity to have true ownership within a thriving and growing business.

Qualifications & Experience

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or working towards).
• Proven experience in a senior HR generalist / HR Manager role within a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment law GDPR and HR best practice.
• Experience with HRIS payroll and T&A systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations cases.
• Track record of effective business partnering with senior management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence at all levels.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to balance operational demands with strategic HR priorities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

To hear more about this opportunity to please click apply or reach out to Robyn Clarke at Mercury Hampton.

Key Skills

GIS,Accounts Reconciliation,General Services,Consultancy,Fusion,Gsm

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1