HR Business Partner:

Cherry Professional; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an HR Business Partner to drive change and shape strategy in a progressive environment. This 12-month maternity contract allows you to influence people decisions and develop impactful HR initiatives, working closely with senior leaders across the UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HR Business Partner or similar level in a complex organization.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
• Strong knowledge of best practice HR frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership teams to deliver effective People Plans.
• Use data insights to shape proactive people strategies.
• Lead key HR initiatives and projects with measurable outcomes.

Skills

Knowledge of employment law

Change management

Stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Commercial awareness

Education

CIPD qualified

Job description

HR Business Partner | Burton On Trent | £50k – £55k
Early September Start | Full Time | Hybrid working
12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Contract

Are you a commercially astute HR professional who thrives on shaping strategy and driving change? We’re working with a leading organisation who are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to play a key role in delivering impactful people solutions aligned to business priorities. In this strategic and influential position, you’ll partner with senior leaders across the UK and Europe, contributing to long-term organisational goals through effective people planning, performance initiatives, and workforce development. You’ll act as a trusted advisor on complex HR matters including change management, TUPE, engagement, and succession planning

This is a great opportunity to work within a progressive and purpose-driven environment that genuinely puts people at the heart of its success. You’ll have the freedom to shape initiatives, work collaboratively, and make a tangible impact on how the organisation supports its people and achieves its goals!

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar level within a complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of employment law, change management and best practice HR frameworks
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• CIPD qualified (or working towards)
• Commercial awareness and understanding of wider business performance

The finer elements of the role include:

• Partner with leadership teams to design and deliver effective People Plans
• Use data insights and market intelligence to shape proactive people strategies
• Lead and deliver key HR initiatives and projects with measurable outcomes
• Provide coaching and challenge to leaders, encouraging a people-first mindset
• Collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver impactful, joined-up solutions
• Support on organisational design, performance management, and talent planning
• Be an active voice in senior leadership meetings, influencing people-focused decisions

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