HR Business Partner

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering organisation in the UK is seeking a Strategic HR Business Partner to influence the people agenda across business units. You will partner with leadership to drive workforce planning and change initiatives. The ideal candidate has HR experience in engineering or similar and strong stakeholder management skills. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

25 days holiday + bank holiday

Life assurance x2

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar sector.
• Ability to align HR strategy with business objectives.
• Track record of leading complex change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership on workforce plans.
• Lead change management and organisational design.
• Drive talent management and succession planning.
• Use data for HR effectiveness.

Skills

Strategic HR Business Partner experience

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Change management

Analytical mindset

Education

CIPD qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Your New

CompanyYou'll be joining a forward-thinking engineering organisation with a strong presence in the UK and a growing international footprint. Known for its innovation, technical excellence, and commitment to sustainability, the company is entering an exciting phase of transformation and growth.

Your New Role

As a Strategic HR Business Partner, you will work closely with senior leaders to drive the people agenda across key business units. This is a high-impact role where you'll influence organisational strategy, lead workforce planning initiatives, and support cultural and structural change. You'll act as a trusted advisor, providing insight and challenge to ensure the business is equipped to meet its strategic goals.
Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with leadership to develop and implement strategic workforce plans.
• Leading change management initiatives and organisational design projects.
• Driving talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Using data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure HR effectiveness.
• Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the organisation.
• Collaborating with Centres of Excellence to deliver integrated HR solutions.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Proven experience as a strategic HR Business Partner, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or a similar sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to align HR strategy with business objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels.
• A track record of leading complex change and transformation programmes.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent)
• A proactive, analytical mindset with a passion for driving continuous improvement.

What You Will Get in Return

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to shape and influence the future of a growing organisation.
• Hybrid/Flexible Working options
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday (option to buy and sell)
• Life assurance x2
• Enhanced pension scheme

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