HR Business Partner

mDeals; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional HR Business Partner to support strategic objectives and operational solutions. The role involves engaging with various locations, driving HR initiatives, and enhancing employee engagement. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD qualification, strong HR generalist experience, and the ability to influence change effectively. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a car allowance and medical cover, in a dynamic and inclusive work environment focused on safety and collaboration.

Benefits

Car allowance

Contributory pension

BUPA medical cover

Life assurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Childcare voucher scheme

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified with proven HR generalist experience.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Group UK Annual People Plan and support KPIs.
• Drive HR projects and enhance effectiveness across the business.
• Provide advice on resourcing, succession, and recruitment plans.

Skills

CIPD qualified

HR generalist experience

coaching

communication skills

analytical skills

time management

commercial awareness

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Regional HR Business Partner to join the HR team at Nationwide Platforms. Nationwide Platforms is a fast-growing commercial business, and as we continue to go from strength to strength, we are proud to be a support function integral to its growth.

Reporting into the Head of HR Business Partnering and working closely alongside other HRBPs, Regional Advisors, and the centralised HR Shared Service function, you will be responsible for managing the HR contribution for a specific region and division within the organisation. As HR Business Partner, your role will be to support the midterm plan and strategic objectives within your region/division through effective operational and strategic solutions.

Based in the Midlands/South Midlands Region, we are looking for someone who isn't opposed to a little travel, as engagement across all locations within the region is key, but also able to do nationwide travel from time to time. You must be CIPD qualified, have proven HR generalist experience, be a credible influencer and communicator, and have strong commercial business awareness.

Key Responsibilities

1. Implementation of the Group UK Annual People Plan and supporting KPIs.
2. Ownership of the Region/Business Unit's annual performance appraisal process, ensuring it continues to drive performance to meet business needs through ongoing review.
3. Play an active role in employee engagement activities across the business.
4. Lead and drive HR projects as required, working with the wider HR function and stakeholders across the business to enhance effectiveness.
5. Drive the effective delivery of change initiatives within the region/business unit.
6. Provide advice to the regional management team on resourcing, succession, and recruitment plans.
7. Work with regional directors to develop business and structure change plans to improve regional effectiveness.
8. Offer consultancy and advice to line managers and employees on HR matters and change programs.
9. Provide first-line management support regarding all HR issues, in line with company policy and employment law.
10. Manage regional headcount within budget constraints.
11. Contribute to the development of HR policies to support business needs.
12. Ensure key HR KPIs are measured and achieved.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified HR Professional (CIPD qualified).
• Ability to challenge, build credibility, and influence change at all levels.
• Experience in coaching.
• Proven generalist HR experience across functions such as Performance Management, ER, Reward, and Succession Planning.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong understanding of commercial business requirements.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads effectively.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work across various locations at short notice.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills.

Rewards and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a salary from £40,000 per annum, a car/car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA medical cover, life assurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a childcare voucher scheme.

Part of the Loxam Group, Nationwide Platforms is the UK's leading provider of Powered Access rental equipment, with the largest fleet and local depots nationwide. We serve sectors including Construction, Warehouse & Distribution, Aviation, Facilities Management, Industrial Services, Telecoms, and Media, providing tailored solutions for working at height.

At Nationwide Platforms, safety is our top priority. Our BlueSky Solutions and Training division offers access to the latest safety innovations, including secondary guarding systems, Harness ON?, Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry? monitoring system.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds are essential to our success and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, valued, and supported.