HR Business Partner

Wade Macdonald; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organization in London seeks a 'Top-Tier' HR Business Partner to support transformation and provide strategic HR guidance. The role involves high-level advisory support, project leadership, and navigating complex stakeholder dynamics in a hybrid work environment. Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Flexible Working

Commitment to Employee Wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience supporting change and transformation is essential.
• Background in busy, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level HR advisory support in a complex environment.
• Partner with business leaders on people matters across functions.
• Contribute to and lead projects in organisational transformation.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Resilience

Commercial Acumen

Job description

** 'Top-Tier' HR Business Partner – London - Hybrid (2 Days Office) – £75,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Excellent Benefits **

About the Client

I am delighted to be partnering with one of my key clients within theProfessional Servicessector. This is a dynamic and fast-evolving organisation with a new private equity backing, known for its pace and high expectations. Their leadership is engaged and forward-thinking, and they foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaborative projects, and wellbeing. The working environment is described as demanding yet rewarding, where professionals are trusted to deliver autonomously and supported by a tight-knit, people-focused team.

About the Role

As the HR Business Partner, you will be instrumental in supporting a business undergoing transformation and exciting change. You’ll work alongside senior leaders across the advisory functions, providing strategic and operational HR support. It’s a high-energy role best suited to someone confident in navigating complexity with both a hands-on and strategic approach. Duties will include:-

• Delivering high-level HR advisory support in a complex and evolving environment
• Partnering with business leaders on people matters across functions including L&D, Reward, ER, Policy, and Talent Acquisition
• Contributing to and leading projects in areas such as organisational transformation, continuous improvement, and wellbeing
• Supporting cultural change post-private equity investment, maintaining focus on people strategy
• Managing competing demands, multiple stakeholders, and cross-functional initiatives with confidence
• Using sound judgement and commercial acumen to offer pragmatic HR solutions
• Acting as a trusted advisor and sounding board to leadership, bringing clarity and insight to complex people challenges
• Flexing style from structured advisory to hands-on problem solving, depending on business needs.

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a commercial and thoughtful HR professional with a background in busy, fast-paced environments. Experience supporting change and transformation, alongside strong advisory expertise, is essential. You’ll be emotionally intelligent, resilient, and able to manage ambiguity with a smart and slick approach that inspires confidence. A background in SME or mid-sized organisations with complex stakeholder dynamics will be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return

You will join an ambitious, high-performing team in a business that rewards energy, input and initiative. With exposure to strategic projects and access to senior leadership, you’ll have the platform to grow professionally in a supportive yet challenging setting. Benefits include discretionary bonus, flexible working, and commitment to employee wellbeing.

How to Proceed:

If this incredibly thrilling HR project opportunity has sparked your interest, I’m eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your career, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today. You can submit your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits!

** 'Top-Tier' HR Business Partner – London - Hybrid (2 Days Office) – £75,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Excellent Benefits **