HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Medlock Partners Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist in Sheffield is seeking a hands-on HR Business Partner to support cultural and business change in their new European Headquarters. The role involves driving employee engagement, managing ER issues, and working closely with leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background in manufacturing with a CIPD Level 5 qualification. The position offers a salary of up to GBP55,000 plus benefits including a 10% bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

7.5% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience at HR Business Partner level or equivalent is essential.
• Strong generalist HR background, ideally within manufacturing.
• Confident using HR systems and data is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to site leadership.
• Lead workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Provide expert ER support and coaching.

Skills

Employee relations

Change management

Workforce planning

Performance management

HR data analysis

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Overview

HR Business Partner

Salary up to GBP55k + 10% Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Location: Sheffield (4 days on-site, 1 day working from home)

12 month Fixed Term Contract (highly likely to extend or go permanent)

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a well-established manufacturing business as they transform their Sheffield site into their new European Headquarters.

This is a key role supporting cultural and business change during a time of investment and growth.

Our client seeks a hands-on, HR Business Partner with a background in manufacturing (including FMCG or food production) to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful person will play a vital role supporting a diverse, site-based workforce, driving engagement, managing ER issues, and partnering with local leadership to align HR with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to site leadership, embedding culture and values across the business.
• Lead on workforce planning, absence management, employee engagement, performance management, and union/works council interactions.
• Provide expert ER support, coaching and guiding managers on disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters.
• Analyse HR data to inform decision-making and improve processes.
• Support payroll, recruitment, and compliance activity.
• Participate in regular shop floor engagement to build trust and drive improvement.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (minimum).
• Experience at HR Business Partner level or equivalent is essential.
• Strong generalist HR background, ideally within manufacturing, production, or a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in employee relations, change management, and supporting transformation initiatives.
• Comfortable working in a visible, site-based role and partnering closely with senior stakeholders.
• Union/Works Council experience is a strong advantage.
• Confident using HR systems and data (experience with SAP/Kronos is a bonus).

Package & Benefits

• Fixed Term Contract (with potential to extend or go permanent)
• Paying up to GBP55,000
• 10% bonus (performance-based)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 7.5% employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance, Medicash, and Life Assurance (6x salary)

If you are interested in this HR Business Partner position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman.

Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.