HR Business Partner

Inspiring Vet Care; Keynsham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care UK, Keynsham, is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support a large regional network. You will work with Practice Leaders, Area Directors and senior stakeholders to translate strategy into practical people solutions that improve performance and leadership capability.

This field-based, hybrid role involves partnering across Midlands and North England, coaching leaders, handling complex ER matters, workforce planning and employee engagement, while driving business

Qualifications

• Significant HR Business Partner experience within a complex, multi-site or operational environment.
• CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent practical HR experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Practice Leaders, Area Directors and senior stakeholders across a geographically diverse region.
• Provide pragmatic, commercially focused HR advice that supports business performance and people outcomes.
• Coach and develop leaders to build confidence, capability and accountability in people management.
• Support leaders with complex employee relations matters and organisational challenges.
• Drive key people initiatives including workforce planning and engagement.
• Challenge existing thinking and encourage progressive leadership practices.
• Build genuine buy-in and engagement through strong relationships and influence.
• Collaborate closely with the wider HR team, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement.

Skills

HRBP experience

Stakeholder management

Coaching leaders

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Job description

evolving HR team, supporting a large network of veterinary practices across the Midlands and North of England. This is a highly influential role where you'll work closely with Practice Leaders, Area Directors and senior stakeholders, helping them strengthen leadership capability and deliver business priorities. You'll be a trusted advisor, coach and challenger, using your HR expertise to translate strategy into practical solutions that drive results. We're looking for someone who enjoys working directly with operational teams, building meaningful relationships, challenging constructively and helping leaders take ownership of their people agenda.

What You'll Be Doing

• Partner with Practice Leaders, Area Directors and senior stakeholders across a geographically diverse region
• Provide pragmatic, commercially focused HR advice that supports business performance and people outcomes
• Coach and develop leaders to build confidence,
  capability and accountability in people management
• Support leaders with complex employee relations matters and organisational challenges
• Drive key people initiatives including workforce planning and engagement
• Challenge existing thinking and encourage progressive leadership practices
• Build genuine buy-in and engagement through strong relationships and influence
• Collaborate closely with the wider HR team, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Significant HR Business Partner experience within a complex, multi-site or operational environment
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• A coaching-led approach to developing leaders and driving accountabilityCommercial awareness and the ability to understand broader business priorities The confidence to challenge
• constructively while maintaining strong working relationships The ability to adapt your style to different personalities, situations and leadership capabilities Excellent communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent practical HR experience

About You

• Is naturally curious and forward-thinking
• Enjoys being visible within the business and building strong relationships
• Can quickly build credibility and trust with operational leaders
• Thinks commercially as well as from a people perspective
• Has the emotional intelligence to know when to coach, support and challenge
• Thrives in fast-paced environments where priorities change regularly
• Brings energy, pace and a practical approach to problem solving
• Wants to make a genuine impact rather than simply follow process

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join an HR team that is evolving and helping shape the future leadership culture of the
Inspiring Vet Care UK, Keynsham, South West

Location: Midlands & North England Region (Field-Based) Hybrid Working | Extensive Regional Travel Required

About Us

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners. As part of Central Functions, you will be part of the teams that support and enable our network of over 2,500 practices across 20 countries, driving operational excellence, innovation and strategic impact across the business. Whether your expertise is in Finance, HR, Technology, Marketing, Data, Legal, Operations or another specialist area, your work will help support colleagues and practices to deliver outstanding care to animals and their owners.

About the Role

Help Shape the Future of Leadership and People Performance We're looking for a dynamic, commercially minded HR Business Partner to join our