HR Business Partner

Copart Uk; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in vehicle remarketing in Bedford is seeking an HR Business Partner. This role involves providing strategic HR support, improving HR processes, and fostering employee engagement. The ideal candidate should have an HR degree, at least 3 years of experience in HR roles, and a passion for driving positive changes. The position offers competitive benefits, including holiday, medical insurance, and a workplace pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance cover

Contributory workplace pension plan

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an HR Business Partner, Generalist, or Advisor role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the employee life cycle.
• Strong passion for engagement and employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert HR support on employee relations and performance management.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement in HR processes.
• Analysing HR metrics to provide insights for decision-making.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Employee relations experience

Education

HR degree or equivalent CIPD qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerised HRIS

Job description

We are recruiting an HR Business Partner to support our Head Office functions that are located across three buildings in Bedford.

Copart UK is a leader in the vehicle remarketing industry, employing 1,700 teammates across 19 Operation Centres and three head office locations in Bedfordshire. We are an innovative, people-focused company, passionate about growth and professional development. At Copart, we foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

As an HR Business Partner, you'll play an integral part in driving our people strategy, working closely with managers to create a high-performance culture.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert HR support and guidance on a wide range of topics such as employee relations and performance management.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance HR processes and overall business performance.
• Coaching and challenging managers to engage their teams, develop talent, and foster a culture of accountability and growth.
• Managing employee relations cases, as the first point of contact, escalating issues to the ER Partner when necessary.
• Ensuring the effective execution of HR projects in alignment with organisational goals.
• Analysing HR metrics and data to provide actionable insights that inform decision-making.

In addition, you'll also focus on:

• Acting as the strategic link between HR and management, offering high-quality support and guidance.
• Driving and maintaining a high-performance culture through continuous process reviews.
• Partnering with managers across recruitment, talent development, employee relations, performance management, and organisational development.

What we need from you:

Essential Attributes

• An HR degree or equivalent CIPD qualification.
• At least 3 years of experience in an HR Business Partner, Generalist, or Advisor role.
• A strong passion for engagement and employee experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the employee life cycle.
• An ambitious, energetic, and dedicated approach to driving positive people-related change.
• Stakeholder management experience and the ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and computerised HRIS.
• Comfort with presenting HR data to stakeholders.
• Strong employee relations experience, particularly in dealing with complex cases, ideally within an operational setting.

What You'll Get in Return

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to use for something special.
• A paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice.
• Private medical insurance and Westfield Cover.
• Contributory workplace pension plan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Life Assurance cover.
• The opportunity to purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and utility bills.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering mental health and wellbeing support.

Why Copart?

Copart is a fast-growing industry leader with a people-first approach. If you are a strategic HR professional passionate about driving business success through people, we'd love to hear from you.

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.