HR Business Partner (Fixed Term)

NielsenIQ; Oxford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible working environment

Learning & Development

Great team culture

Job summary

NielsenIQ is seeking a Market HR Partner for the UK/Ireland cluster on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 through August 2027. You will partner with business leaders to design and execute people initiatives aligned with the HR strategy, covering talent development, employee relations, engagement, succession planning, and compensation reviews.

In this role you will support managers across the employee lifecycle, ensure UK employment law compliance, and collaborate with global COEs to drive

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a generalist HR role (e.g. HR Business Partner or HR Advisor/People Officer ready for the next step).
• Confident advising managers on core people processes and HR policies.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for managers and employees, guiding on employment law, HR policies, processes, and systems.
• Support managers with the end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including offers, probation management, contract changes, promotions, and leaver management.
• Partner with managers on the resolution of all employee relations issues, escalating to the legal team or senior management where needed.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to drive priorities related to compensation, training and development, diversity and inclusion and recruitment.
• Support organizational change activity (e.g. restructures, team moves, role redesign), working with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.
• Support the annual performance, incentive planning and compensation review process.
• Ensure legal compliance is met, defining and proposing policies and processes that align with local laws and NIQ values and guidelines.
• Act as a partner and trusted coach, understanding business strategy and how it connects to our talent strategy and priorities.
• Support engagement and retention initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist

UK employment law

HR operations

People development

Employee relations

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Please note that this is a fixed-term HR assignment from January 2027 through August 2027.

Salary: £36,400-£55,000 gross per year. Placement within the range will depend on objective criteria including experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. We are committed to equal pay and pay transparency. Remuneration decisions are made using gender-neutral and objective criteria.

About this Job

The Market HR Partner for the UK market is an integral part of the HR team for the UK and Ireland cluster. In this role, you will act as the main point of contact for a designated set of managers within the business function you partner. You will be responsible for partnering with the wider global and regional HR team and Business leaders in developing and executing a plan for our people initiatives that support the local business objectives and align with our overall HR strategy. Your responsibilities will include a variety of duties, including talent development, employee relations and working closely with associates and managers on engagement and retention, talent and succession planning, compensation review and other fundamental HR processes.

Responsibilities

Within the client group(s) you support, you will:

• Act as a first point of contact for managers and employees, providing timely guidance on employment law, HR policies, processes, and systems
• Support managers with the end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including job offers, probation management, contract changes, promotions, and leaver management (voluntary and involuntary)
• Partner with managers on the resolution of all employee relations issues (e.g. sickness absence, performance issues, disciplinary or grievance cases), escalating to the legal team or senior management where needed
• Partner closely with our Centers of Excellence (COEs) to drive priorities related to compensation, training and development, diversity and inclusion and recruitment
• Support organizational change activity (e.g. restructures, team moves, role redesign), working with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery
• Support the annual performance, incentive planning and compensation review process
• Ensure legal compliance is met, defining and proposing policies and processes that align with local laws and NIQ values and guidelines
• Act as a partner and trusted coach, understanding business strategy and how it connects to our talent strategy and priorities
• Support engagement and retention initiatives

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a generalist HR role (e.g. HR Business Partner or HR Advisor/People Officer ready for the next step
• Confident advising managers on core people processes
• Strong HR operations experience with excellent attention to detail
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Can-do attitude and collaborative mind set
• CIPD qualification preferred

What You Get

• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible working environment
• Learning & Development
• Great team culture

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms, NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion