HR Business Partner

dormakaba; Streethay; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global security solutions company in the UK is seeking an HR Business Partner for a 12-month maternity cover. This role will involve delivering a full generalist HR service with a strong focus on Employee Relations and supporting HR processes. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of HR experience, strong employment law knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This position offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced pension contributions and healthcare support.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote)

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

Healthcare support & Employee Assistance Programme

Digital GP service

Qualifications

• 4–6 years’ HR experience in demanding environments.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification preferred.
• Proven experience in managing employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with leadership teams.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and HR policies.

Skills

HR experience in fast-paced environments

Strong employment law knowledge

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Experience in ER case management and restructuring

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

At dormakaba we are a globally successful company, with a family business culture employing more than 15,000 employees worldwide.

We are one of the top 3 companies in our industry and globally leading in smart and secure access solutions. As a trusted partner, we stand for innovation, top performance and a fulfilling workplace and are one of the top 3 companies in our industry and globally leading in smart and secure access solutions.

In the UK, we offer and training opportunities, as well career progression and support over 330 employees in the field as well as within our 14 different office locations.

HR Business Partner (12-Month FTC)

Location:

Letchworth Garden City (Hybrid)

Contract: January 2026 – December 2026

Due to the exciting news that one of our team is expecting, we’re looking for an experienced HR professional to join dormakaba UK & Ireland for a 12-month maternity cover.

This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver a full generalist HR service with a strong focus on Employee Relations, partnering with managers and supporting key HR processes across performance management, recruitment, and people development.

A job that matters: Your Tasks

• Build strong partnerships with leadership teams
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations and employment law
• Support performance management and talent development initiatives
• Educate and coach managers on best practices
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and HR policies
• Collaborate with global HR teams on strategic projects

Experience that matters: Your Skills

• 4–6 years’ HR experience in fast-paced environments
• CIPD Level 5 (desirable)
• Strong employment law knowledge
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Proven experience in ER case management and restructuring
• Confident, proactive, and able to work independently

A workplace that matters: Our offering

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Healthcare support & Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital GP service

Employee discounts

Join a global leader with a family-business culture and over 15,000 employees worldwide. At dormakaba, we put trust in you and invest in your growth.

We look frward to hearing from you!

(NB - please answer all 4 of the questions on the application)