HR Business Partner

Finning; Cannock; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Life insurance

Pension up to 7%

Benefits package

Job summary

Finning (UK) Ltd is seeking a commercially focused HR Business Partner to act as an operational people partner to business leaders across the organisation. You will shape and deliver people plans that support performance, growth, engagement and culture transformation.

Working closely with line managers and leadership teams, you will influence decisions using data and insight, lead talent and workforce planning, and drive effective recruitment for senior roles across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification, with CIPD Level 7 qualification desirable.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner or senior generalist HR role.
• Experience delivering change and organisational improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing complex employee relations and advising senior leaders.
• Experience of project management and cross-functional people initiatives.
• Commitment to continuous professional development across employment law, coaching, organisational development and people analytics.
• Experience within a unionised environment would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and deliver people plans that support operational and organisational objectives.
• Provide expert HR advice and coaching to build leadership capability and foster a high-performing, inclusive culture.
• Use people data, insights and workforce trends to inform decision-making and drive organisational effectiveness.
• Lead talent, succession and workforce planning activities to support capability development and internal progression.
• Manage and support complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, policy and best practice.
• Take ownership of recruitment for key leadership positions, ensuring robust, inclusive and effective hiring decisions.
• Support organisational change, performance management and employee engagement initiatives across designated business areas.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused HR service.

Skills

Change management

Employee relations

People analytics

Leadership coaching

Cross-functional collab

Workday experience

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

CIPD Level 5

CIPD Level 7 desirable

Tools

Workday

Job description

Company:

Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning is the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences and innovative solutions. We are looking for a commercially focused HR Business Partner to act as an operational people partner to business leaders across our organisation, supporting strategic goals. Working closely with line managers and leadership teams, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering people plans that support business performance, organisational growth, engagement, capability development and cultural transformation.

Job Description:

As a trusted advisor, the HR Business Partner you will use data, insight and sound judgement to influence decision-making, resolve complex people challenges and drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and business outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HR professional who thrives on building strong relationships, leading change and delivering practical people solutions in a multi-site operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to develop and deliver people plans that support operational and organisational objectives.
• Provide expert HR advice and coaching to build leadership capability and foster a high-performing, inclusive culture.
• Use people data, insights and workforce trends to inform decision-making and drive organisational effectiveness.
• Lead talent, succession and workforce planning activities to support capability development and internal progression.
• Manage and support complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, policy and best practice.
• Take ownership of recruitment for key leadership positions, ensuring robust, inclusive and effective hiring decisions.
• Support organisational change, performance management and employee engagement initiatives across designated business areas.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused HR service.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification, with CIPD Level 7 qualification or progression towards Level 7 desirable.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner or senior generalist HR role.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering change, transformation and organisational improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing complex employee relations matters and advising senior leaders.
• Experience of project management and leading cross-functional people initiatives.
• Commitment to continuous professional development across employment law, coaching, organisational development and people analytics.
• Experience within a unionised environment would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to align people strategies to business objectives.
• Understanding of business operations within a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Experience using HR systems and people data to drive decision-making; Workday experience would be advantageous.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, bonus, 25 days holiday, life insurance and up to 7% pension, you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Join Us:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a people-focused organisation where HR is recognised as a strategic partner to the business. You’ll have the opportunity to influence leadership decision-making, drive meaningful change and help shape a high-performing, inclusive culture while developing your own career within a forward-thinking HR team.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.