HR Business Partner

esure Group; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to drive people initiatives and enhance leadership capabilities. This role involves collaborating with leaders to foster a culture of engagement and diversity while leveraging data insights to inform strategies. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the HR landscape and supporting management through complex challenges. With a strong focus on innovation and employee development, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking environment. Join a team committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus 8 flexible days

Company-funded private medical insurance

Discounts on insurance products

Career development opportunities

Volunteer days

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advising and supporting management on complex issues.
• Ability to analyze people data and provide actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of annual people initiatives across the organization.
• Lead projects to improve leadership capability and engagement.

Skills

HR advisory experience

People project management

Data analysis

Engagement strategies

Relationship building

Education

CIPD qualification

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment to digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers' ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a HR Business Partner to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. As a key member of the broader HR department, you will provide proactive support to our Lead HRBPs and leaders across esure to deliver on all aspects of our people agenda. This will include working closely with our line managers to build their people capability, plan and manage talent, and engage and empower their teams.

What you’ll do:

1. Support the Lead HRBPs to deliver and embed the annual cycle of enterprise-wide people initiatives.
2. Build relationships with our leaders across the organisation, being a visible and proactive presence in the business.
3. Support the implementation of new people-focused initiatives and projects.
4. Lead on various projects to improve leadership capability and resolve broader business challenges such as engagement, inclusion & diversity initiatives, and reducing absence and turnover.
5. Work with leaders to embed the performance cycle, set objectives, measure results, and upskill leaders to have regular people conversations.
6. Coach leaders to resolve engagement challenges quickly and confidently while educating them on employee engagement best practices.
7. Collaborate with leadership teams to raise awareness of our inclusion & diversity agenda and produce functional action plans.
8. Analyse relevant MI to identify trends and provide valuable insights to the business.

What we’d love you to bring:

1. Experience working in an HR role advising and supporting management on complex HR issues.
2. A keen curiosity about what motivates people and how to build innovative solutions to enable peak performance.
3. Ability to build strong relationships with the business, understand their challenges, and provide thoughtful advice and solutions.
4. Experience leading and delivering end-to-end people projects and process improvements.
5. Experience working with people data, analysing it, and turning it into actionable insights.

The Interview Process (subject to change):

1. Introductory call with a Talent Partner to explore the role in more detail.
2. First stage interview: 1 hour with two Lead HR Business Partners.
3. Second stage: 1 hour onsite interview in Reigate with our Chief People Officer and Talent, Learning & Culture Lead.

What’s in it for you?:

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 flexible days, with options to buy or sell holiday.
• Flexible benefits platform supporting health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
• Company-funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
• Discounts on our insurance products—50% off for yourself and partner/spouse, 10% off for family.
• Career development through training, mentoring, academies, and resources.
• Volunteer days to support local communities.
• Access to internal networks and communities.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• And more; see full benefits details on our website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, helping us better serve our customers and community. Our inclusion efforts span hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equality in all aspects of our business.