HR Business Partner

Morson Talent; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A National Business in Norfolk is seeking an HR Business Partner for a 12-month FTC MAT cover. The role offers up to £60,000 and requires regular travel between sites. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within the industrial sector, excellent communication skills, and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. This hybrid position involves managing employee relations, supporting management, and leading workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Experienced in HR roles within an industrial sector.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Capability to work autonomously and within teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases, including complex issues.
• Support and coach management on HR matters.
• Partner with management on the People Strategy.
• Lead workforce planning and drive cost control.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Mentor and develop the HR Advisor.

Skills

Employee relations management

Coaching and mentoring

Communication skills

Organisational change support

Stakeholder relationship building

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Morson Talent is delighted to be partnering with a National Business based in Norfolk to recruit an HR Business Partner on a 12-month FTC MAT cover basis, due to start in January 2026. For the right person, the Client is offering up to £60,000.

The role is hybrid and based across sites, requiring travel between offices on a regular basis. Access to own vehicle and a Full UK Driving License is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations (ER) cases, including complex matters (low-level issues handled by HR Advisor)
• Provide support and coaching to management across the business on all HR related matters
• Partner with senior and middle management on the People Strategy
• Support organisational change and restructuring initiatives
• Lead workforce planning and ensure cost control against budgets
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Support, mentor, and help develop the HR Advisor as needed
• Other relevant tasks and responsibilities as required

Person Specification

• Experience working in a similar role within an industrial sector organisation
• Excellent communication skills, adept in building relationships with colleagues across all levels of an organisation
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent qualified by experience
• Comfortable working autonomously as well as part of a team
• Self-starter with excellent organisational skills