HR Business Partner

Medlock Partners Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services recruitment specialist is seeking an HR Business Partner in Manchester. The role involves aligning people strategy with business goals, managing employee relations, and supporting workforce planning in an international context. Applicants should have experience in consulting and a strong understanding of both UK and US HR practices. This position offers a competitive salary and chances for career growth within a fast-growing global company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven HR Business Partner experience in a consulting/professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of HR practices in both the UK and US.
• Excellent skills in managing stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Align people plans with business goals by partnering with leaders.
• Provide advice on employee relations and coach managers.
• Support workforce planning and talent development.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Understanding of UK & US HR practices

People strategy alignment

Job description

HR Business Partner

• Based in Manchester, 3 days a week in the office, 2 days working from home
• 12-month FTC
• International travel to the US likely 1-2 weeks per quarter
• Paying up to £70k

Medlock Partners are seeking a HR Business Partner to join a fast‑growing global organisation operating within the professional services sector. This role partners with senior leaders across the UK, US, and other regions to drive people strategy, build capability, and foster a high-performance culture.

Key responsibilities of the HR Business Partner:

• Partner with leaders to align people plans with business goals
• Provide advice on employee relations and coach managers through complex issues
• Support workforce planning, change initiatives, and talent development
• Champion an inclusive, high-performing culture
• Help improve HR processes and engagement across global teams

Key requirements of the HR Business Partner:

• Proven HR Business Partner, preferably with a background in consulting/professional services
• Strong understanding of UK & US HR practices is essential
• Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, international environment
• Comfortable with regular travel to the US

What s on offer:

• Competitive salary plus good benefits
• Career growth in a high-performing, global company
• Ongoing professional development and industry training

If you are interested in this HR Business Partner position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman.

Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.