Human Resources Business Partner

Weatherford; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy services company in Aberdeen seeks an experienced HR Business Partner. In this role, you will develop HR strategies aligned with business objectives, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of HR experience and is familiar with the oil and gas industry. Join us to drive organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies supporting business goals.
• Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues.
• Lead recruitment and selection processes.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Influencing skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above)

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Job Purpose

Weatherford is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team in Aberdeen, UK. This role will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing comprehensive HR support and guidance to drive organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. The successful candidate will align HR initiatives with business objectives while ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals and objectives.
• Provide guidance and support on complex employee relations issues, including performance management, disciplinary matters, and grievances.
• Lead recruitment and selection processes, working closely with hiring managers to attract and retain top talent.
• Lead and deliver defined HR projects, ensuring effective implementation and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit.
• Support organizational design and change management initiatives.
• Analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and company policies.
• Coordinate and deliver training and development programs.
• Support the implementation of compensation and benefits programs.
• Promote a positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the global HR team on international initiatives and best practices.
• Provide coaching and guidance to line managers on people management issues.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner or similar role.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry or similar industrial environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Change management experience.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world‑class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.