Human Resources Business Partner

PE Global; Desford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global is recruiting for an HR Partner to join our global manufacturing client in Desford, Leicestershire. This full-time, onsite role offers an initial 12-month contract with a strong chance of extension. You will collaborate with operational leaders on HR policies, manage employee relations, and oversee talent development initiatives.

The ideal candidate has robust HR experience in similar environments, excellent analytical skills, and a CIPD qualification. The position requires excellent stakeholder management and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience in operational or manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience in handling employee relations cases.
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on HR policies and employee relations.
• Manage complex employee relations cases.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

HR generalist or HR Business Partner experience

Employee relations experience

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

CIPD qualification or equivalent HR certification

Tools

Workday or similar HRIS platform

Power BI

Power Apps

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting for an experienced HR Partner to join our leading global manufacturing client based in Desford, Leicestershire. The role is an initial 12-month contract and is fully site-based, working 5 days per week. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation with strong potential for extension and longer-term career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to support their people management agenda, acting as a trusted advisor on HR policies, employment legislation, and employee relations matters.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management processes, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.
• Oversee HR systems, including Workday, ensuring data integrity, timely approvals, and effective people data management.
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to provide data-driven recommendations on retention, turnover, workforce planning, and training needs.
• Lead strategic workforce planning activities, including succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Coach and develop leaders on people management processes, policies, and leader-led resolution approaches.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation, including Trade Union representatives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across HR operations, policies, and processes.
• Contribute to wider HR projects and strategic initiatives within the Building Construction Products division.

Requirements

• Proven HR generalist or HR Business Partner experience within an operational, manufacturing, engineering, FMCG, retail, aerospace, rail, or similar environment.
• Strong employee relations experience, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management cases.
• Experience working with Trade Unions and a solid understanding of employment legislation and labour relations.
• Strong analytical skills with experience producing reports, analysing trends, and using data to support decision-making.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data manipulation, reporting, and analysis.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experience coaching and supporting managers on HR policies, procedures, and people-related matters.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent HR certification.
• Experience using Workday or a similar HRIS platform.
• Knowledge of Power BI and/or Power Apps.
• Experience leading HR projects and driving process improvements.
• Previous experience working within a unionised manufacturing or operational environment.

Additional Information

• Location: Desford, Leicestershire (fully onsite, 5 days per week)
• Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–14:00
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Likely Extension: Yes
• Interview Process: One-stage face-to-face interview

Please note PE Global cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates will need the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 6 months.