HR Business Partner

SF Recruitment; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A people-centred organisation in the UK seeks an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to lead a busy HR team and shape employee experiences. The role involves advising senior leaders on employee relations, driving a positive culture, and overseeing HR operations to ensure a smooth and legal workflow. Candidates should have a degree, CIPD membership, and relevant HR leadership experience. The organization values individuals who foster inclusivity and care for employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience leading an HR team.
• Experience in change management and workforce planning.
• Demonstrated ability to build a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the HR team in operational functions.
• Advise senior leaders on employee relations and change management.
• Use data and employee feedback to improve HR processes.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to handle complex employee relations issues

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy and fairness in tough conversations

Education

Degree-level education and CIPD Chartered Membership

Job description

SF Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to join a values-led, people-centred organisation at a pivotal point in its journey.

Hours: 37.5 per week (onsite)

Salary: £45,000 - £54,000 (dependant on experience)

The Role

This is a great opportunity to lead and support a busy HR team and help shape how people experience work across the organisation.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders as a trusted sounding board, offering practical advice on employee relations, workforce planning and change. You’ll play a key role in building a positive, inclusive culture where people feel valued, supported and able to do their best work.

You’ll oversee day-to-day HR operations, making sure everything runs smoothly, legally and with people at the heart of decision‑making. By using data, insight and employee feedback, you’ll keep finding better ways to do things. You’ll also represent HR at senior meetings and forums across the organisation.

About You

You’re an experienced HR leader who knows their stuff but also genuinely cares about people. You’ll bring :

• Degree-level education and CIPD Chartered Membership
• At least 3 years’ experience leading an HR team
• Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
• Confidence handling complex employee relations issues
• The ability to work comfortably with senior leaders

You’ll Be Someone Who :

• Leads in an open, inclusive and down-to-earth way
• Can handle tough conversations with empathy and fairness
• Communicates clearly and can influence, coach and challenge when needed
• Cares deeply about culture, wellbeing and making work a great place to be
• Stays organised and calm when juggling multiple priorities