HR Business Partner

The AA; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Business Partner to support its Insurance Division during a dynamic growth phase. This role offers the chance to lead change initiatives, build strong partnerships, and drive people plans that align with the HR strategy. You will provide expert consultancy on various HR matters, influence best practices, and enhance employee engagement. With a hybrid working model, this position allows for flexibility while making a significant impact on the organization’s future. Join a team that values diversity and rewards commitment with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Free AA breakdown membership

Discounts on AA products

Employee discount scheme

Company-funded life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HRBP roles within large organizations.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Lead significant change initiatives within the Insurance division.
• Develop relationships to identify current and future people requirements.

Skills

Generalist HRBP Experience

Employment Law Knowledge

Change Management

Union Relationship Management

HR Best Practices

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

The AA Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom

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Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full time / 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025

Thought The AA only provides roadside assistance? Think again.

For over 100 years, we’ve evolved and adapted. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of products and services to millions, including roadside assistance, home and motor insurance, and driving technologies. As we expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as an HR Business Partner means playing a key role in our success and exciting journey.

This is the job:

Are you ready to make a significant impact and drive change within a dynamic organization? We are recruiting an HR Business Partner to provide maternity cover for 12 months supporting our Insurance Division. This is an excellent opportunity to join us during a growth phase, shaping the future of our business in collaboration with leaders.

This role is office-based with a hybrid approach (3 days in the office), based in Basingstoke, Tunbridge Wells, or London, with regular travel to these sites.

What will I be doing?

• Transformation & Change: Lead and shape significant change initiatives within the Insurance division.
• Build Strong Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with business areas to identify current and future people requirements.
• Drive People Plans: Lead delivery of the people plan aligned with HR strategy.
• Consultancy Services: Provide expert advice on reward & recognition, organization design, employee relations, succession planning, talent management, change programs, performance management, employee engagement, TUPE, acquisitions, and training & development.
• Influence Best Practice: Promote HR best practices and effective people management.
• Strategic Partnering: Collaborate with leadership teams to influence thinking, challenge, and identify opportunities to add value.
• Enhance Engagement: Contribute to strategies to reduce attrition, improve engagement, and increase retention.
• Effective Communication: Maintain proactive communication with employee representatives and union officials.

What do I need?

Capability, Knowledge, and Experience

• Proven experience in generalist HRBP roles, ideally within a large blue-chip organization.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and experience influencing business change.
• Excellent practical knowledge of employment law.
• Successful delivery of HR initiatives within budget and timescales.
• Experience managing union relationships.
• Knowledge of regulated environments (SMCR, FCA).
• Ability to steer organizational change and outcomes.

Education and Qualifications

• Professional CIPD Qualification (essential).

Additional Information

Benefits

We recognize and reward our employees with benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 + 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including insurance
• Employee discount scheme with car salary sacrifice and other perks
• Company-funded life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce.