Human Resources Business Partner

Wade Macdonald; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical

25 days holiday

Flexible hours

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Senior HR Recruitment Consultant. This role involves supporting strategic initiatives and managing employee relations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience, be CIPD Level 5 qualified, and have excellent knowledge of UK employment law. Benefits include private medical, 25 days holiday, and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years' experience in HR.
• At least 2 years at mid-senior level.
• Experience in fast-paced, scale-up, or start-up environments.
• Manage UK payroll processes and liaise with external employment partners.
• Partner on recruitment, performance and talent initiatives.
• Drive DEI and L&D programmes across departments.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on people matters.
• Lead employee relations and conflict resolution activities.
• Support workforce planning and employee relations.
• Deliver change and communications initiatives and analyse HR data for improvements.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Knowledge of UK employment law

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in HR system usage

Recruitment

DEI & L&D

HR policy compliance

Education

Degree equivalent in HR

Job description

This range is provided by Wade Macdonald. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Senior HR Recruitment Consultant- Finding the best talent for clients & helping candidates find their next role!

HR Business Partner

Vauxhall – Office based

About the Client:

This organisation sits within the Retail sector, operating at the intersection of logistics and premium convenience services. They are scaling rapidly and value collaboration, pace, and a forward-thinking mindset.

About the Job:

This is a broad and hands-on HR Business Partner role supporting both strategic and operational initiatives across the organisation. You’ll work closely with senior leaders to deliver people-focused solutions that align with business goals, supporting everything from organisational design to talent planning and employee relations.

Duties will include:

• Acting as a strategic advisor to leadership on people matters
• Leading employee relations and conflict resolution activities
• Supporting workforce planning, compensation reviews, and succession strategies
• Managing UK payroll processes and liaising with external employment partners
• Partnering on recruitment, performance, and talent initiatives
• Driving DEI and L&D programmes across departments
• Ensuring compliance with employment law and HR policies
• Delivering change and communications initiatives effectively
• Analysing HR data to inform continuous improvement

About the Successful Applicant:

You will be CIPD Level 5 qualified (or degree equivalent) with over 5 years' experience in HR and at least 2 years at mid-senior level. A background in fast-paced, scale-up or start-up environments is key. You'll bring excellent knowledge of UK employment law, strong interpersonal skills, and confidence in using HR systems.

What You Will Receive in Return:

In return, you’ll join a dynamic environment where autonomy is encouraged and personal development is supported. You’ll have the opportunity to influence real change in a growing business that values agility, data-driven decision-making, and empowering its people. Private medical, 25 days holiday, flexible hours and many more great benefits!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Retail

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