HR Business Partner

DfT Operator; London; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector rail owning group is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to align HR services with business goals. This hybrid role involves fostering an inclusive environment, managing change initiatives, and overseeing HR functions. The HRBP will collaborate with management and HR centres to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness while supporting talent development and employee relations.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service up to 30 days

DC Pension Scheme with 10% employer contribution

Opportunities for industry networking and learning

Qualifications

• Experience in HR operations and partnership roles.
• Knowledge of HR policy development and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR processes that support organizational effectiveness.
• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Champion DEI initiatives and monitor their effectiveness.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Business Acumen

Education

Relevant degree or vocational qualification

Job description

HR Business Partner

• Location - Hybrid, Waterloo when required
• Salary - 58K to 62K
• Reports to - Group Head of HR
• Advert End date - 27/05/2025

About DFT Operator

Join Our Team at DFTO

DfT Operator (DFTO) is the public sector rail owning group responsible for all train operators transitioning into public ownership. Established by the Department for Transport in 2018, it aims to deliver safe, secure, and sustainable transport to everyone, everywhere. Our focus is on improving journeys, providing excellent customer service, and supporting a passenger-focused railway industry.

We currently operate four train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER), Northern, Southeastern, and TransPennine Express (TPE), with over 4,500 services daily and 300 million customer journeys annually. Over the next three years, we plan to transfer all passenger services under DfT contracts.

Our vision is to unify and strengthen train operators under the DFTO umbrella, aiming to lead in safety, customer service, and operational performance through collaboration.

About the Position:

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic partner to DFTO management, providing HR services aligned with business goals. The role involves fostering an inclusive and proactive work environment, managing change initiatives, and overseeing operational HR functions with support from an HR Admin. The HRBP will also act as the HR representative for staff at all levels and collaborate with HR Centres of Expertise to meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement HR processes that support organizational effectiveness.
2. Participate in planning meetings to provide HR insights.
3. Collaborate with Centres of Expertise on recruitment and support functions.
4. Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
5. Coach managers on performance management practices.
6. Ensure compliance with UK employment law and company policies.
7. Partner with leaders on talent needs, recruitment, and succession planning.
8. Support organizational change initiatives and communication plans.
9. Oversee onboarding and induction processes.
10. Monitor HR metrics and develop improvement strategies.
11. Champion DEI initiatives and monitor their effectiveness.
12. Develop and update HR policies ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
13. Manage a team, including a line-managed HR Administrator.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
• Experience in HR operations and partnership roles.
• Experience in employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Knowledge of HR policy development and change management.
• Skills in business acumen, communication, relationship building, HRIS, and data analysis.

Benefits:

• Starting at 25 days annual leave, increasing with service up to 30 days.
• DC Pension Scheme with 10% employer contribution.
• Opportunities for industry networking and learning.

Note: This position is available on a permanent basis or through an industry secondment. Applicants should notify their line manager if applying for a secondment.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and promoting flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Disclaimer: Applicants for secondment roles must inform their line manager prior to applying to ensure transparency and workload management.

Equity Statement: DFTO is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives. We strive to ensure fairness, eliminate biases, and support the growth of all employees, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.