HR Business Partner

Macmillan Davies; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking an HR Business Partner for a 3-month interim role in Chester. The ideal candidate will provide crucial operational HR support, focusing on employee relations and change management. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working flexibility. The role is designed for a proactive individual ready to make a real impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor.
• Strong background in employee relations and coaching.
• Excellent understanding of UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Lead on employee relations matters and provide expert guidance.
• Support change initiatives including TUPE and restructures.

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching

Change management

HR metrics analysis

Job description

HR Business Partner, £40,000 Per Annum, 3 Month Interim Vacancy, Chester (Hybrid)

Macmillan Davies are proud to be partnering with a diverse and fast-paced organisation who are looking for a HR Business Partner on an interim basis. This role will provide operational HR support while driving key initiatives to ensure the organisation's goals and business needs are successfully achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with managers and leaders across the business to align people strategies with business objectives
• Lead on employee relations matters, providing expert guidance to ensure legal compliance and consistency
• Deliver coaching and support to line managers to enhance people management capabilities
• Proactively manage ER casework and support the rollout of HR surgeries across the organisation
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to inform policy and process improvements
• Support change initiatives including TUPE, restructures, redundancy consultation, and workforce planning
• Drive engagement, morale, and retention through strong relationship building
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices

About You:

• Proven experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor role
• Strong background in employee relations and coaching managers
• Excellent understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Confident in managing change, including TUPE and restructuring
• Skilled in building effective relationships across all levels of the business
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to work autonomously
• Comfortable using HR systems and analysing HR data

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven HR professional looking to make a real impact in a broad and varied role, supporting a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation. This assignment is also highly likely to be extended.

To apply, please send your CV or contact Amy Mottershead at [e-mail] for more details.