HR Business Partner

Spider Web Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider in Ipswich is seeking an HR Business Partner to support the Head of HR across the UK and Ireland. The role involves providing first-line HR advice, managing performance cycles, and leading HR projects. Candidates should have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and at least three years of HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and excellent communication skills are essential. A competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension

Travel discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience in HR, ideally in logistics or fast-paced sectors.
• Ability to provide first-line HR advice and support.
• Experience with recruitment activities and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of HR in delivering high-quality HR support.
• Drive employee engagement and business performance.
• Manage annual performance management cycle.
• Oversee HR projects that support business transformation.
• Administer the Apprenticeship programme.

Skills

CIPD qualification (minimum Level 5)

Knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

HR Business Partner

Multimodal Solutions – an experienced HR Business Partner role in Ipswich, Suffolk, full‑time permanent, 35 hours per week.

About us

Multimodal Solutions (formerly P&O Ferrymasters) is a leading European logistics provider working with world‑class brands across 20 locations in 13 countries. Part of the DP World group, the company plays a key role in enabling international trade and shaping the future of logistics.

Company benefits include

• Competitive Salary: £60,000 – £64,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Holiday allowance, company pension, P&O Ferries travel discounts, Employee Assistance Scheme and wellbeing programme, access to a comprehensive benefits platform (including voluntary health insurances, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and retail discounts), and opportunities for professional and personal training and development.

About the role

As an HR Business Partner you will support the Head of HR in delivering proactive, high‑quality HR support across the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland. You will partner closely with management to drive employee engagement, organisational effectiveness and business performance, providing expert guidance across the full HR lifecycle. Working hours for this role are 35 hours per week.

Duties and Responsibilities include

• Provide first‑line HR advice and support on all people‑related matters, ensuring compliance with employment law, internal processes and best practice.
• Collaborate with management to develop and deliver HR projects that support business transformation and growth.
• Oversee the annual performance management cycle, providing guidance and training to align performance with business objectives.
• Support employee relations matters, including performance management, grievances, disciplinary processes, redundancy, TUPE and case management.
• Maintain and update job profiles, HR policies and procedures in line with business needs and legal requirements.
• Partner with management on recruitment activities, from advertising and interviewing to onboarding and feedback.
• Administer the Apprenticeship programme, including managing training providers and apprenticeship levy funding.
• Support long‑term absence management, including reintegration planning and follow‑up; identify learning and development needs and deliver targeted training, coaching and development initiatives.

About you

As an HR Business Partner you will be a confident and credible HR professional with a CIPD qualification (minimum Level 5) or equivalent and at least three years' experience in a Human Resources environment, ideally within logistics or a similar fast‑paced sector. You will have strong knowledge of UK employment law, excellent communication and influencing skills, and the confidence to challenge when appropriate. Strong organisational skills, integrity and accountability are essential, alongside experience using Microsoft packages and HR systems.

How to apply

If you have the relevant skills and experience for the HR Business Partner position and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up‑to‑date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.