HR Business Partner

Oh Polly; Wirral; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HR Business Partner to enhance HR excellence across their dynamic, international teams. In this pivotal role, you will lead employee relations, manage performance initiatives, and ensure compliance with UK employment law. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple global offices, engaging with a diverse workforce. If you are proactive, solutions-focused, and ready to make a significant impact in a creative and fast-paced environment, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

50% discount on products

Extra day off for birthday

Corporate gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Company pension

Company social events

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 qualified or equivalent experience required.
• Proven experience in a senior HR role, preferably in a fast-paced industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead on senior-level employee relations matters and complex investigations.
• Oversee performance management processes and support team development.
• Build trusted relationships with global managers and provide HR coaching.

Skills

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

CIPD Level 7

Job description

About Oh Polly

Founded in 2015, Oh Polly is a fast-growing, social first fashion brand that creates trend driven, high quality premium products. With a focus on innovation, global responsibility, and ethics. We’ve built a combined social following of over 10 million across our brands, including Bo+Tee; our activewear line. Operating across multiple global offices, we are a dynamic team offering ambitious individuals the chance to thrive, grow, and take their careers to the next level.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a highly capable and experienced HR Business Partner to join our growing team. This role is essential in driving HR excellence across the business, with key responsibilities spanning employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR projects. You'll act as a key point of contact for our London and Glasgow offices, supporting a dynamic, international workforce across the UK, Europe, US, and Asia.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations

1. Lead on senior-level ER matters, including complex disciplinary cases and gross misconduct investigations.
2. Negotiate and manage settlement agreements.
3. Handle grievances, restructures, and redundancy processes with professionalism and compliance.

Performance Management & HR Initiatives

1. Oversee successful implementation of performance review and appraisal processes.
2. Support leadership in managing and developing their teams.
3. Champion engagement surveys and other people-led initiatives.
4. Identify and implement changes to improve HR practices in line with industry trends (e.g., hybrid working, Gen Z expectations).

Stakeholder Engagement & Coaching

1. Build and maintain trusted relationships with managers and senior leadership across all global offices including London, Bromborough HQ, LA, Dubai, China, and Bangladesh.
2. Provide coaching and guidance to managers on best HR practices.
3. Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related matters in your designated office location.

Compliance & International Liaison

1. Liaise with external providers on international employment law where required (no prior legal knowledge necessary).
2. Provide HR support around expatriate staff, visas, and international travel processes.

Requirements:

1. CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience).
2. Proven experience in a senior HR role, preferably within a fast-paced or creative industry.
3. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Confident handling sensitive employee relations issues.
6. Ability to work independently and take initiative.
7. Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused.

What's on offer?

1. Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience and whether the role is based in Bromborough or London).
2. 50% discount on all Oh Polly and Bo+Tee products.
3. An extra day off for your birthday.
4. Corporate gym membership (subject to tax).
5. Cycle to work scheme.
6. Learning and development opportunities.
7. Company pension.
8. Company social event.

This Company is an equal opportunities employer
Oh Polly job positions are open to all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.