Human Resources Business Partner

NFU Mutual; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK insurance provider as an HR Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Collaborate with a team to drive HR initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and support organizational change. Enjoy hybrid working and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 17.5%

Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Family-friendly policies

£20 monthly gym contribution

Health and wellbeing plans

Life assurance of 4x salary

Employee discounts on insurance policies

Qualifications

• Experience as a strategic HR Business Partner within Financial Services.
• Experience in organisational change and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Strategic HR Business Partner to provide a strategic HR service.
• Lead on planning and executing HR projects such as talent management and engagement.
• Deliver tailored HR advice and insights to drive impactful change.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Job description

• Be part of a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2024

• Hybrid working: up to 80% homeworking, 20% in Stratford upon Avon

• 12-month fixed-term contract

About the role:

Due to maternity leave, we have a 12-month Fixed Term opportunity for an established HR Business Partner to join NFU Mutual, Which? Insurance Brand of the Year 2024. You will collaborate with a team of 200 HR colleagues and the wider business to identify people-related priorities aligned with our strategy and KBIs, leading various HR projects and initiatives within an assigned business area. This is a great time to join, with a focus on future-proofed capabilities, technology-enabled systems, high engagement, and career development. Over half our vacancies are filled internally, making this a promising opportunity to start your career with NFU Mutual.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with the Strategic HR Business Partner to provide a strategic HR service with divisional accountability.
• Lead on planning and executing HR projects such as talent management, engagement, organisational change, and development.
• Deliver tailored HR advice, insights, and analysis to drive impactful change.
• Support the development of best practice documentation and processes for key people activities.
• Collaborate with HR Centres of Excellence, Strategic HR Business Partners, and HR Consultants to enhance service delivery and share business insights.

About you:

You are a highly effective communicator with exceptional influencing and stakeholder management skills. Discretion and the ability to build trusted relationships are essential. You should have:

• Experience as a strategic HR Business Partner within Financial Services.
• Experience in organisational change and talent development.
• Knowledge of HR functions such as talent acquisition, reward, performance management, culture, organisational development, and HR compliance.
• Proven ability to translate HR strategy into actionable divisional people plans.
• Experience managing multiple change initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong consulting skills, including needs assessment, problem-solving, and project management.
• A full UK driving license, as some travel may be required.

Note: Due to timelines, only applicants with one month’s notice or less will be considered.

Our commitments:

We support an inclusive workplace, valuing diversity and promoting equality. We encourage candidates to discuss any adjustments needed during the recruitment process. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and signatories of the Race at Work and Women in Finance Charters, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Benefits and rewards:

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus up to 17.5%
• Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + holiday trading scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Savings discounts at high street brands, travel, and supermarkets
• £20 monthly gym contribution
• Health and wellbeing plans
• Voluntary benefits including private medical and dental insurance
• Employee volunteering opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Life assurance of 4x salary
• Employee discounts on insurance policies

About NFU Mutual:

We are a leading UK insurance and financial services provider with over 110 years of history. Recognized for our workplace culture, awards include Gallup Exceptional Workplace (2025), LinkedIn Top Employers, and Top Employer certifications. We foster a supportive environment that empowers our employees to grow, recognize contributions, and build a sustainable future.