HR Business Partner (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Zachary Daniels; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HR Business Partner for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This exciting role involves supporting the retail estate in South Yorkshire and Nottingham, where you will build strong relationships with managers and drive the people agenda. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in HR, particularly in employee relations, and will be adept at providing coaching and support. Join a dynamic team and contribute to meaningful change initiatives while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced retail environment as a generalist HR partner.
• Strong employee relations experience and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Support the people agenda and build relationships with managers.
• Address day-to-day HR issues and collaborate on change initiatives.

Skills

HR Generalist Experience

Employee Relations (ER)

Coaching Skills

Change Management

CIPD Qualifications

Job description

Full Job Description

HR Business Partner (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Zachary Daniels is partnering with a leading big box retailer to recruit a skilled HR Business Partner for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will support their retail estate in South Yorkshire, Nottingham, and Staffordshire.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the people agenda
2. Building strong relationships with managers, providing coaching, support, and constructive challenge. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
3. Addressing day-to-day HR issues as they arise.
4. Collaborating with the leadership team to drive and support change initiatives.
5. Offering sound, commercial advice on employment, performance management, and talent management.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Previous experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably within retail, with proven expertise as a generalist HR partner.
2. Strong ER experience, with confidence in constructively challenging stakeholders.
3. CIPD qualifications are advantageous.
4. Experience working across both corporate and head office functions.
5. Ability to work autonomously and make informed decisions.
6. Strong influencing skills and a passion for embedding core company values.
7. Solution-oriented, exceptionally well-organized, and an innovative problem solver.

The Package

In return, the business offers a competitive salary of up to £47,000 per annum, plus a company bonus and benefits, for the duration of the 12-month fixed-term contract.