Human Resources Business Partner

LHH; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide strategic HR support during a transformational period. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in stakeholder management and a pragmatic approach to HR practices. This role involves partnering with corporate functions and supporting various HR initiatives to enhance employee wellbeing and engagement. If you're an HR professional looking for a challenging opportunity, we'd welcome your application.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner in a complex organisation.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience leading people initiatives during periods of change.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR business partnering across multiple corporate functions.
• Act as a trusted adviser to leaders on people-related matters.
• Support HR and business transformation projects.
• Drive initiatives on organisational change and capability development.
• Promote wellbeing and a positive employee experience.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Pragmatic approach

Commercial awareness

Job description

HR Business Partner (6-Month FTC)

Location : West Midlands

Salary : £55,000 – £65,000

A leading organisation undergoing a significant period of transformational change is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join the team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a pivotal role, partnering closely with a range of corporate functions and acting as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring a pragmatic approach, strong commercial awareness, and the confidence to operate in an environment characterised by complexity, ambiguity, and evolving priorities. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, managing a diverse stakeholder group, and supporting the business through change.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational HR business partnering across multiple corporate functions.
• Act as a trusted adviser to leaders, offering coaching, challenge, and guidance on people‑related matters.
• Support and contribute to a variety of ad‑hoc HR and business transformation projects.
• Drive and support initiatives relating to organisational change, culture, and capability development.
• Partner with colleagues to promote wellbeing, engagement, and a positive employee experience.
• Operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment, balancing short‑term needs with long‑term strategic goals.

About You

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner within a complex organisation.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Practical, solutions‑focused approach with the ability to work both strategically and operationally.
• Experience supporting a diverse workforce and leading people initiatives through periods of change.
• Understanding of wellbeing, engagement, and contemporary HR practices.

This role offers a valuable opportunity to make a tangible impact during a key period of organisational development. If you are an experienced HR professional looking for your next challenge, we would welcome your application.

To apply or for further information, please get in touch.