HR Business Partner - North Region

Flight club darts; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative company that is transforming the hospitality industry. As an HR Business Partner, you'll play a crucial role in aligning HR strategies with business goals while supporting multi-site operations across the North region. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead HR initiatives, manage complex employee relations, and contribute to a culture of inclusion and collaboration. With competitive pay, work flexibility, and a commitment to employee well-being, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in a thriving, diverse environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

33 days annual leave

Staff discount in all venues

Private healthcare

Regular team socials

Monthly learning and development classes

Free access to therapy and nutritionists

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HRBP in hospitality or similar industry.
• Experience in managing complex employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations Managers to align HR strategy with business goals.
• Oversee recruitment and implement HR policies and procedures.

Skills

HR Business Partner experience

Employee relations management

Multi-site operations support

Knowledge of UK employment law

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Harri ATS

Fourth Hospitality systems

Job description

Hello, we are Red Engine. The team behind the award-winning global brands Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. We're obsessed with disrupting the hospitality industry by creating and delivering the best possible experience - across all venues, products and brands.

Our central team covers the full spectrum of skills needed to bring each concept to life – from design to marketing, sales to interior design, people and training, to finance, gaming, operations, and everything in between. We’re not just a team of people, we are dreamers, artists, rocket scientists, content curators, forward thinkers and the industry’s finest. We love what we do and are proud to be included in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024

With a total of 17 incredible venues throughout the UK, and a further 13 around the globe, we have ambitious plans and are passionate about developing new and exciting products, which means we’re always growing and looking for passionate people to join the family.

The Job

We are seeking a new regionally-based HR Business Partner to join our HR Team - looking after our "North" region, covering Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool.

Partnering closely with the Operations Manager, the HRBP provides strategic HR support, drives people initiatives, and ensures operational excellence through effective workforce management.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner and act as a trusted advisor to the Operations Managers, aligning HR strategy with business goals.
• Lead and contribute to HR initiatives aligned with strategic priorities, such as retention, engagement, talent development and succession planning.
• Regular venue visits across the region to follow up that initiatives are embedded and that best people practices are in place.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues
• Create and review ER Guides/training to support our managers
• Partner with Operations Manager to identify talent needs and implement recruitment and retention strategies
• Facilitate performance management, succession planning and development initiatives
• Oversee recruitment, support with Induction and management development.
• Create, review and implement HR policies and procedures
• Use HR metrics to drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement
• Take ownership of key HR projects as agreed as part of wider people plan
  
  

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an HRBP in hospitality or similar industry
• Experience supporting multi-site operations and partnering with both Operations Managers and venue General Managers
• Experience in managing complex ER cases
• Demonstrated experience leading HR projects and contributing to people strategy
• Knowledge of Harri ATS and Fourth Hospitality systems desirable
• Practical knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Ability to remain calm, focused and solution-oriented in high pressure or difficult situations
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills with a commercial mindset
• Ability to travel regularly to conduct venue visits and attend London HQ for key meetings
  
  

What You'll Get

• Competitive pay
• Annual bonus
• Work flexibility - we call it Fusion Working
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Staff discount in all venues (50% off Sunday, Monday, 25% off Tuesday – Saturday, and free game hire)
• Private healthcare
• Regular team socials
• Monthly learning and development classes, quarterly teambuilding events
• Summer and Christmas socials
• Help @ hand 24/7 health support
• Free access to therapy, nutritionists, and physiotherapists
  
  

Here at Red Engine, we believe our success begins and ends with our people. We are committed to a diverse culture where all our team feel respected and included. We acknowledge the power that a diverse set of beliefs and perspectives can bring, and that a variety of voices strengthens our team, enhances creativity, and drives innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all identities, including individuals of different races, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. If you're passionate about contributing to a culture of inclusion and collaboration, please apply