HR Business Partner

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide market leader in HR solutions is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a 12-month contract role in Milton Keynes. The position involves overseeing HR functions across multiple locations, providing guidance to leadership, and managing employee engagement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have HR Business Partner experience and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 along with benefits such as healthcare, pension matching, and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Healthcare and dental cover

Pension match scheme

Free onsite parking

Wellbeing support

Generous holiday allowance

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supporting employees at all levels within a HR Business Partner role.
• Ability to complete generalist HR tasks and deliver on leadership development.
• Confidence in managing employee-relations cases and coaching leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR functions across four locations with around 400 employees.
• Collaborate on HR initiatives with stakeholders and ensure employee engagement.
• Partner with Head of HR for strategy delivery and leadership development.

Skills

Experience in HR Business Partner role

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage employee relations cases

Hands-on approach

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

HR Business Partner Opportunity - 12 Month Contract - Up to 55,000 per annum - Hybrid

Are you looking for a stimulating and value add opportunity within a scaling organisation?

Want to join a people focused, collaborative and team centric business?

Ok, how about being in a position with autonomy and the opportunity to really make a difference?

If so, then this could be your next move.

A nationwide market leader in Milton Keynes are looking to bring in an HR Business Partner on a fixed-term contract basis to cover maternity leave. The position will report directly to the Head of HR and will oversee four sites across the UK.

Why would you like to work here?

The organisation has won multiple industry awards over the past two years, not only for beingTAILING and successful but also for recognition of its culture and high levels of employee engagement. Leadership within the business is keen to get input from individuals across the organisation to achieve objectives and this position comes with the ability to really make a difference. Alongside the culture and plush working environment, you will also be joining a business that cares, evident through its EDI, ESG andヶ CSR programmes.

What does the role involve?

The HR Business Partner will oversee four locations across the UK with around 400 employees. As a key partner to leadership, you will play a major part in people-focused projects, collaborate with stakeholders on HR initiatives, and work with employees at all levels to ensure satisfaction, engagement and that all HR issues are managed correctly. This role will be based out of Milton Keynes but will include weekly visits to London and quarterly visits to two regionalLocations.

What experience is needed to apply?

• Have experience working in a HR Business Partner role with evidence of supporting employees across the organisation at all levels
• CIPD Level 5 or above is highly desired but not essential
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to complete generalist HR tasks from more complex ER cases through to the delivery of leadership development and DEI processes
• Have experience managing a range of employee‑relations cases with confidence and experience to coach leadership
• Enjoy being hands‑on but also have the ability to partner the Head of HR in the delivery of HR initiatives and strategies
• Be a strong communicator through written and verbal methods
• Be willing to work onsite 3‑4 days per week in Milton Keynes with a weekly visit to London
• Ideally a short or no notice period; applicants on three‑month notice will also be considered as the right person is critical

What is on offer?

• Salary of £55,000 per annum
• Healthcare and dental cover
• Pension match scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Wellbeing support
• Generous holiday allowance with the ability to buy and sell days
• Employee discounts
• Other company‑specific benefits

Sounds good, doesn't it? So what now?

If you meet the requirements of the position and have the relevant experience, please follow the application process further. The business is looking to move quickly, with interview slots already available. If you are interested, please submit your application ASAP.