Hr Business Partner

Belmont Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Associate HR Business Partner for the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust. This full-time role in Norwich offers the chance to work closely with senior managers, providing vital HR advice and support across operations. Successful candidates will need a CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience and the ability to manage complex HR cases. Join a dynamic team focused on HR excellence in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Experience providing HR advice in a multi-disciplinary organisation.
• Proven ability to manage complex HR cases with confidentiality.
• Experience supporting change management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a people partner to directorates and senior management.
• Provide expert advice on complex HR cases.
• Develop management capability through coaching and training.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualification

HR advice and guidance

Communication skills

Analysing HR data

Managing competing priorities

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent HR experience

Job description

Overview

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an Associate HR Business Partner to join the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust. This is an interim assignment with an initial duration of 10 months. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week (Mon - Fri) based in Norwich.

Role Overview

The HR Business Partner will work closely with the HR People Partner, supporting senior managers and operational teams across a designated business unit, locality, or specialist service. Acting as a key link between operational teams and central HR services, the postholder will provide professional HR advice, guidance, and support to ensure workforce plans are effectively delivered.

Main Duties

• Act as a people partner to directorates and senior management, developing a strong understanding of workforce requirements and business plans
• Support change management initiatives and service improvement projects, working collaboratively to deliver organisational outcomes
• Provide expert advice on complex and sensitive HR cases, ensuring fair and consistent application of policy
• Monitor workforce performance through HR metrics, identifying areas for action and improvement
• Develop management capability through coaching, training, and advice on staff management responsibilities
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions, and Trust policies
• Contribute to the development of HR strategies, frameworks, and processes that support organisational priorities
• Support recruitment and selection processes within designated service areas

Essential Criteria

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent HR experience
• Experience of providing HR advice and guidance in a complex, multi-disciplinary organisation
• Proven ability to manage complex HR cases with professionalism and confidentiality
• Experience of supporting change management and organisational development initiatives
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to analyse HR data and prepare meaningful management reports
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.