Human Resources Business Partner

Europa Worldwide Group; Corby; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics operator in Corby is seeking a talented Human Resources Business Partner. The role involves providing strategic HR support throughout the employee journey and managing relationships with senior managers and employees. The successful candidate will have a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience and a strong foundation in HR best practices. This position offers a competitive salary of £44,618.70 plus benefits, including generous time off and well-being programs. Join a vibrant team focused on employee happiness and development.

Benefits

Competitive package plus car allowance

25 days of annual leave

Enhanced family leave benefits

Employee wellbeing programme

Unlimited referral rewards

Recognition programs for contributions

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 Qualification (or equivalent experience) needed.
• Strong foundation in HR best practices and employee relations required.
• Experience in performance management and policy development required.
• Proficient in HR Systems & MS Office for managing reports effectively.
• Current knowledge of UK Employment Law is essential.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are necessary.
• Ability to build strong relationships and drive HR solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a seamless onboarding experience for new hires.
• Support performance appraisals and probation reviews.
• Partner with Operational Managers for aligned HR strategies.
• Implement HR policies consistently across the business.
• Manage employee relations and advise on dismissals.
• Support organisational change and TUPE transfers.
• Contribute to strategic discussions and projects.
• Analyse HR metrics for improvements in employee retention.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 Qualification

HR best practices

Employee relations

People management strategies

Microsoft Office proficiency

UK Employment Law knowledge

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Who we are?

Europa Worldwide Group is an ambitious independent logistics operator with three divisions, Europa Road, Europa Air & Sea, and Europa Warehouse, and has been featured in The Sunday Times Top Track 250 for three years.

The group employs over 1,100 people with 15 sales offices in the UK, and the Republic of Ireland, plus European teams in France, Belgium and the Netherlands and internationally in Cape Town Hong Kong, China, India and the UAE.

We are looking for

We’re looking for a talented Human Resources Business Partner to join our growing team in Corby.

In this key role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, building strong relationships with senior managers and employees across the business. As a strategic partner, you’ll become an integral part of the Europa Worldwide team, providing expert HR support across the entire employee journey.

What can we offer in return?

• Competitive package £44,618.70 on experience plus car allowance.
• Convenient Onsite Amenities: Free car parking for your convenience.
• Generous Time Off: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Benefit from enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Benefits portal: where you access a wide range of exclusive discounts, company benefits, wellbeing resources and much more.
• Wellbeing Focus: Access our employee wellbeing programme for your overall health and happiness.
• Unlimited Referral Rewards: Earn up to £1000 by referring a friend to join our team.
• Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a fantastic working culture that promotes an excellent work-life balance.
• Recognition Programs: Celebrate your contributions with our charity 50-50 and long service awards

What you will be doing:

• Deliver a seamless onboarding experience to ensure new hires feel welcomed and informed.
• Supporting probation reviews and performance appraisals to help employees meet expectations and grow in their roles.
• Partner with Operational Managers to provide HR support that drives business goals and aligns talent strategies with company growth objectives.
• Ensure policy compliance and consistency, implementing HR policies, processes and procedures effectively across the business.
• Manage employee relations, advise on dismissals, grievances and conflict resolution to maintain a fair and legally compliant workplace environment.
• Support organisational change collaborate on TUPE transfers, restructures and mergers, guiding smooth transitions while maintaining engagement and morale.
• Contribute to strategic discussions attend departmental meetings and participate in projects or cross-functional initiatives, ensuring HR’s perspective informs key decisions.
• Analyse HR metrics for insightful action, monitor data such as sickness rates, turnover and engagement, identifying trends and working with managers to implement targeted improvements for employee well‑being and retention.

Our Ideal Person:

• CIPD Level 5 Qualification (or equivalent experience) with a strong foundation in HR best practices, employee relations, and people management strategies.
• Comprehensive generalist HR expertise including hands‑on experience in performance management, absence management, policy development and supporting / delivering HR projects.
• Proficient in HR Systems & intermediate Microsoft Office skills for managing reports, data and presentations effectively.
• Current knowledge of UK Employment Law and the ability to apply legislation practically and compliantly to support managers and employees.
• Excellent communication & presentation skills for delivering complex messages clearly to senior stakeholders, coaching line managers and leading presentations.
• Strong relationship builder and confident working independently to identify opportunities, solve problems and drive HR solutions forward.
• Experience Across Blue-Collar and White-Collar Environments (Desirable) with an understanding of the unique challenges and needs.

Europa Worldwide Group do not accept agency CV submissions unless specifically requested / engaged with the role by the Internal Recruitment Team. Please do not submit speculative CV’S to our Recruiters, Employees, Hiring Managers, or any branches / locations directly. Europa will not be responsible for any fees related to CV’s received in this unsolicited manner.

Please note - if you submit your CV, you are giving Europa Worldwide Group Ltd, and its subsidiaries consent to hold your personal data. All applications will be dealt with according to General Data Protection Regulations. Europa Worldwide Group are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note that an offer of employment is subject to the completion of a satisfactory pre‑employment checks.