HR Business Partner - Standalone Role

Michael Page (UK); Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech firm is on the lookout for their first in-house HR Business Partner. This standalone role involves managing the full HR lifecycle while supporting the organization's growth strategy in Guildford. Key responsibilities include implementing HR best practices, employee relations, and developing impactful learning solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, exceptional communication skills, and be tech-savvy.

Benefits

10% employer pension contribution

28 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity benefits

Private medical, dental and life insurance

Salary sacrifice benefits including gym membership

Electric bikes and workplace nursery schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a standalone HR role, ideally in a growing business.
• Excellent understanding of HR best practices and employment law.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR processes including recruitment and performance management.
• Implement HR best practices and support employee relations.
• Deliver learning and development solutions for skill enhancement.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Decision-making

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

SageHR

MS Office

Job description

• Direct impact on people strategy at leadership level
• Join a fast-growing tech firm

About Our Client

Our client is a market leader in software solutions, primarily to the global oil and gas industries. Their cutting-edge tools support critical decision-making for leading global organisations by integrating complex data into powerful, easy-to-use models.

Following a period of sustained growth and transformation, they are now looking to appoint their first in-house HR hire.

Job Description

This is a standalone generalist position requiring a proactive, hands-on, operational HR Business Partner who is comfortable building HR, managing the full employee lifecycle and building the foundations from the ground up.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing end-to-end HR processes, including, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management
• Implementing HR best practices, supported by a strong understanding of employment law
• Delivering impactful learning and development solutions to enhance skills, management capability and career growth across the organisation
• Leading employee relations, including conflict resolution, grievance handling, and creating a positive, compliant workplace culture as the business grows
• Coaching managers and providing pragmatic support on all ER matters
• Driving key HR initiatives such as talent management, employee development, performance management, and employee engagement
• Partnering with Finance on monthly payroll submissions
• Acting as the first point of contact for all HR queries, working closely with managers to offer guidance and support
• Supporting the company's evolving needs in line with its growth strategy, culture refresh, and the implementation of SageHR

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'HR Business Partner should have:

• A degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Proven experience in a standalone HR role, ideally in a fast-paced, growing business
• Excellent understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and effective people management, with a proactive approach
• Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong skills in communication, negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solving
• Deep knowledge of employment law, right to work, recruitment, and compliance
• Tech-savvy and proficient with tools like MS Office and HR systems (e.g. SageHR)
• Willing and able to work on-site 5 days a week in Guildford

What's on Offer

• 10% employer pension contribution
• 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity benefits
• Private medical, dental and life insurance
• Salary sacrifice benefits including gym membership, electric bikes, and workplace nursery schemes
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  *Please note, this role is working 5 days a week in the office in Guildford*