HR business partner (6820)

Cromwell Tools Export; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Business Partner to drive people solutions aligned with business strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with senior management, influence organizational change, and support talent development initiatives. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the organization's success. If you're passionate about HR and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave with purchase scheme

Hybrid working options

Annual bonus

Group pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee development programs

24/7 wellbeing and support services

Sick pay

Maternity/Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced HR environment as a partner or manager.
• Proven knowledge in talent development and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management to provide high-quality HR support.
• Manage complex employee relations cases and develop talent pipelines.

Skills

HR Business Partner Experience

Employee Engagement

Talent Development

Change Management

Stakeholder Management

Coaching Skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 Qualification

Job description

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Hybrid/Flexible working available - We can accommodate flexible working requests.

This is a 32-hour contract for the fixed-term period of 12 months.

At Cromwell, we’re committed to creating a great place to work where you can grow, perform, and be proud of what you do. We value individuality and diversity, and our purpose is Keeping Industry Working.

This role reports to the Senior HR Business Partner and partners with senior management within specified functional areas to develop and implement effective people solutions aligned to business strategy and people plans.

You will act as the subject matter expert across HR, supporting the design and delivery of strategic and operational priorities to support wider HR and organizational goals.

This role supports functional people leaders in recruiting, engaging, and developing top talent, and building capabilities for both short- and long-term business success.

What will you do on a typical day?

1. Partner with senior management teams to provide high-quality HR support.
2. Implement the people agenda and operational requirements, supporting the entire employee lifecycle through:

• Developing focused people plans aligned to strategic priorities.
• Building talent pipelines and supporting succession planning.
• Assisting in business decision-making, problem-solving, and performance management.
• Developing high-performing teams through identifying development needs.
• Supporting engagement and communication activities.
• Leading change initiatives as required.
• Reviewing people analytics and insights with managers and HR leadership.
• Making recommendations to address resource and operational challenges.
• Identifying workforce trends impacting organizational goals.
• Managing complex employee relations cases, including TUPE.
• Interpreting workforce metrics to support business needs.
• Recommending improvements based on regulatory and internal challenges.
• Maintaining HR policies and processes, ensuring effective implementation.
• Providing technical guidance to stakeholders.
• Handling company data in compliance with policies and laws.

What are we looking for?

• Experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or generalist in a fast-paced environment.
• CIPD Level 7 qualification or relevant specialist qualification.
• Proven knowledge in talent development, employee engagement, organizational design, performance management, and succession planning.
• Experience leading change management and organizational design projects.
• Significant employee relations experience managing complex cases.
• Experience with business planning and KPIs.
• Ability to proactively manage priorities and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong influencing, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Collaborative team player.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive annual leave with purchase scheme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Annual bonus.
• Group pension scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee development programs.
• 24/7 wellbeing and support services.

Additional benefits include sick pay, maternity/paternity pay, discount platform, and product discounts.

About Cromwell

With over 50 years of experience, Cromwell supplies a wide range of tools and safety equipment across industries. We pride ourselves on fast delivery and a dedicated team of over 1500 employees committed to keeping industry working.

We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities for all, and support applications from armed forces personnel.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.