Human Resources Business Partner

HydraB; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions firm in the UK is seeking a pragmatic HR Business Partner for a 12-month contract. This role focuses on developing and implementing HR policies, managing performance reviews, and ensuring compliance with UK law. Ideal candidates should have substantial HR experience in a fast-paced environment, strong project management skills, and be comfortable using HR data and analytics. The firm promotes an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Wealth of experience in HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role, preferably in tech or renewables.
• Demonstrable experience in developing HR policies, performance management systems, and remuneration frameworks.
• Strong project management skills, including change management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Review, document, and refine HR policies and procedures.
• Lead the design and implementation of performance appraisal cycles.
• Support development of a structured remuneration framework.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Project management

Understanding of UK employment law

Data analysis proficiency

Tools

Bamboo HR

Job description

Overview

Job Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC), Full-Time

Reporting to: Head of People

Company Description

HydraB is the holding company innovating power-as-a-service solutions. Our companies are accelerating the transition to Net Zero and delivering a seamless ecosystem across the value chain. We focus on creating sustainable and efficient energy solutions that meet the demands of the modern world. Join us in our mission to drive a cleaner and greener future.

The Role: HR Business Partner (FTC)

We are seeking a pragmatic and process-driven HR Business Partner for a 12-month contract. This is a hands-on, foundational role perfect for an HR professional who excels at building structure, implementing scalable processes, and ensuring operational excellence. Your primary mission will be to review, develop, and embed key HR policies and programmes with a focus on performance management and remuneration to ensure they are fair, consistent, and aligned with HydraB\'s strategic objectives as we grow.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Process Development

• Review, refine, and document HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance, scalability, and best practice.
• Act as the custodian of the employee handbook, ensuring it is up-to-date and accessible.
• Develop and implement clear processes for key HR lifecycle events (onboarding, mobility, leaver processes).
• Establish a framework for managing employee relations (ER) issues consistently and fair.

Performance Management

• Lead the end-to-end design and implementation of our first formal performance appraisal cycle.
• Develop practical tools and training for managers to conduct effective goal setting, mid-year check-ins, and year-end reviews.
• Champion a culture of continuous feedback and high performance.
• Analyse performance data to provide insights to leadership on talent trends.

Compensation & Rewards

• Support the development and administration of a structured remuneration framework, including job levelling and salary bands.
• Conduct benchmarking analysis to ensure our pay and benefits remain competitive.
• Manage the annual pay review process, including budgeting, communication, and execution.
• Administer and evolve our share options scheme for employees.

HR Operations & Data

• Work closely with our HRIS/people platform to ensure data integrity and leverage its capabilities for process efficiency.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on key HR metrics for leadership.
• Manage the operational aspects of the employee lifecycle with precision.

Experience & Qualifications Required

Essential: A wealth of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role, preferably within a fast-paced tech or renewables start-up or scale-up environment.

Proven Track Record: Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing HR policies, performance management systems, and remuneration frameworks from scratch.

Project Management: Strong skills in managing projects from conception to rollout, including change management and communication.

Legal Knowledge: Solid understanding of UK employment law and compliance requirements.

Data-Driven: Comfortable using HR data and analytics to inform decisions and measure programme effectiveness.

Systems: Proficiency with Bamboo HR is advantageous.

Note: HydraB is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Additional Information

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