HR Business Partner

BSL; Leeming; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking an HR professional to support their UK operations. The role involves developing HR strategies, managing employee relations, and ensuring legal compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in HR, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate others, supported by competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Basic Salary

Annual Bonus

On-site Parking

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with HR fundamentals.
• Experience in the defense or aerospace sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll processes.
• Oversee HR policies, processes, and performance appraisals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Customer Focus

Change Leadership

Education

HR professional qualification (CIPD L5)

Degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Provide specialist HR support to the UK business, including multiple contracts. Responsible for ensuring a content and productive workforce where employees are empowered to meet established objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
2. Bridge management and employee relations, addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
3. Manage compensation and benefits, including payroll.
4. Develop and monitor HR processes and procedures across the organization.
5. Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
6. Manage company ERP system and recruitment tools.
7. Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics.
8. Ensure legal compliance.

Key Accountabilities

1. Plan, coordinate, and supervise the employment of new employees.
2. Design and keep all HR-related policies, processes, and procedures up to date.
3. Monitor employee performance records to identify scope for improvement.
4. Shape and maintain a positive organizational culture.
5. Mediate in conflict resolution.

Requirements

Qualifications

• HR professional qualification preferable (CIPD L5 desirable).
• Degree educated preferred but not essential.
• Pragmatic and considered approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ideally experience of operating in the defense/aerospace sector or within a company with high standards of corporate governance and compliance.
• 5+ years of experience and understanding of HR fundamentals.

BSL’s Core Competencies are:

• Collaboration
• Trust
• Customer Focus
• Change Leadership

The specific competencies for this role are:

• Active Listening
• Inspiring and Motivating Others

Benefits

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Annual Bonus
• On-site Parking
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance