Human Resources Business Partner

Caddick Construction Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday Day Off

Additional Annual Leave PurchaseScheme

Discount on shopping etc

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Ride to Work Scheme

Salary sacrifice Pension

Private Healthcare & Medicash

Death in service

Job summary

Caddick Construction Limited is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner based in Wakefield to support the Yorkshire & North East region. You will act as advisor to managers, drive workforce planning, and lead talent initiatives in a matrix structure.

Expect travel to sites, strong knowledge of employment law, TUPE experience, and a proactive, data-driven approach to HRIS. A CIPD qualification is preferred, with a focus on confidentiality and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Established HRBP with experience in a multi-site, fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and TUPE regulations.
• Proven ability to lead change projects and workforce planning.
• Comfortable with data and HRIS systems to drive insights.
• Experience supporting managers through employee relations processes.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact and trusted advisor for managers and staff across region.
• Travel regularly to sites and regional offices.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance, absence and org change.
• Partner with managers on workforce planning, talent and succession.
• Coach leaders to develop people leadership skills.
• Support recruitment and onboarding to attract top talent.
• Analyse HR data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Lead regional and group-wide HR projects and initiatives.

Skills

HR Business Partner

Employment law

TUPE management

Change management

Workforce planning

Data-driven HR

Matrix management

HRIS

Employee relations

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS

Job description

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team, based in Wakefield and covering our Yorkshire & North East region. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced business partner who is confident working within a matrix management structure and has experience using HR systems to deliver a high-quality, people-focused service.

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team, based in Wakefield and covering our Yorkshire & North East region. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced business partner who is confident working within a matrix management structure and has experience using HR systems to deliver a high-quality, people-focused service. At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritise collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the first point of contact and trusted advisor for managers and employees across the Yorkshire & North East region.


• Regular Travel to sites and regional offices around the Yorkshire & North East region


• Provide advice and guidance on a full range of HR issues including employee relations, performance management, absence, and organisational change.


• Partner with managers to support workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning.


• Coach and support managers to develop their people leadership skills.


• Support recruitment and onboarding activities to attract and retain top talent.


• Analyse HR data to identify trends and support decision making, ensuring accurate use and maintenance of HR systems.


• Lead and contribute to regional and group-wide HR projects and initiatives.


• Work collaboratively with the wider HR team to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach across the business.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Experience

• An established HR Business Partner ideally operating within a fast-paced, multi-site environment


• Strong knowledge of Employment law


• Experienced managing TUPE, redundancy and restructuring activity


• Proven track record in leading change projects


• Workforce planning


• Commercial awareness.


• Experience working in a matrix management structure.


• Comfortable with data, and using HRIS


• Experience of supporting managers through employee relations processes.


• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.


• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the region.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships at all levels quickly.


• Resilient.


• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities.


• Collaborative, approachable, and a team player.


• Discreet and professional with a commitment to confidentiality.


• Need to be credible with strong influential skills in order to balance empathy with straight talking

Why Join Caddick Construction?

Competitive Compensation And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth

As part of a growing organisation, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach

We prioritise collaboration, integrity and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Caddick Group Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing programme


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Birthday Day Off


• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme


• Discount on shopping etc


• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave


• Ride to Work Scheme


• Salary sacrifice Pension


• Private Healthcare & Medicash


• Death in service