HR Business Partner (Professional Services)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organisation is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support senior management across Northern Ireland. You will advise on employee relations, lead complex cases, and contribute to HR policy development in a diverse public sector context. This full-time position offers a dynamic role where you will impact strategic HR solutions.

Benefits

Collaborative work culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience delivering HR advice on complex employee relations issues to senior management.
• Significant expertise in at least four required areas: Attendance Management, Grievance, Disciplinary Cases, HR Policy Development.
• Valid driving licence or access to suitable transport for NI-wide travel.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior managers to deliver proactive HR advice.
• Lead complex employee relations casework and support organisational change.
• Develop and implement HR policies and collaborate with Trade Unions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

HR Policy Development

Employee Relations

Attendance Management

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Associate CIPD membership

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
Belfast | Travel Across Northern Ireland
Professional Services | Employee Relations & Strategic HR
Full-Time | Temporary Contract

Are you a confident HR professional with strong expertise in employee relations and policy development? We're working with a well-known professional services organisation body to recruit an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to deliver high-impact HR solutions across a diverse and mission-driven organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a lead advisory role, supporting senior management and influencing business outcomes in a highly respected public sector body.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior managers across departments to deliver proactive, solutions-focused HR advice
• Lead complex employee relations casework (grievance, discipline, dignity at work, attendance)
• Support organisational change, workforce planning, and well-being initiatives
• Develop and implement HR policies and contribute to HR project delivery
• Collaborate with Trade Unions and act as HR rep at hearings, investigations, and tribunals
• Produce reports, identify trends, and recommend HR interventions
• Support resourcing and learning activities aligned to business goals
• Represent the HR Manager/Senior HRBP and ensure service resilience across the team

Essential Criteria:

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (e.g. Postgraduate Diploma in HRM)
• Associate CIPD membership
• 3+ years' experience delivering HR advice on complex employee relations issues to senior management
• Significant expertise in at least four of the following areas:
• Attendance Management
• Grievance/Dignity at Work
• Disciplinary Cases
• HR Policy Development
• HR Project Delivery
• Strong working knowledge of employment law
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Valid driving licence or access to suitable transport for NI-wide travel
• Desirable:
• Chartered CIPD Member (MCIPD)
• • Experience with mediation or dispute resolution
  • Background in local government or public sector HR
  • Experience working with trade unions
  
  Why Join?
  You'll play a key role in supporting the HR team across Northern Ireland, while developing your professional skills in a collaborative and well-established HR team. The organisation offers a purpose-driven working culture grounded in fairness, innovation, and making a difference.
  
  Apply Now
  Submit your CV or get in touch with Emma Hall at VANRATH to learn more about this exciting HR leadership opportunity.
  [e-mail] | 02890330250