Interim HR Business Partner

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation in Scotland is seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner. The role involves providing strategic HR support, leading change initiatives, and developing policies. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background, including a degree and CIPD membership, and experience in public sector environments. This is a contract role lasting until March 2026, with responsibilities including stakeholder engagement and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building partnerships with client groups.
• Experience in leading HR and OD policy development.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR and OD support to service areas.
• Lead implementation of corporate change projects.
• Support Senior HR Business Partner in team management.

Skills

Strategic HR support

Workforce planning

Performance management

Change management

Talent management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree or equivalent in HR/OD

Chartered Membership of CIPD

Job description

Morgan Hunt is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Interim HR Business Partner to join a dynamic HR and OD team based on the west coast of Scotland, on a contract up until the 31st March 2026. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant organisational change projects and shape HR and OD policies.

About the Role:

As an HR Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in providing strategic HR and Organisational Development (OD) support to designated service areas. You will collaborate closely with managers and stakeholders, offering expert advice and guidance on a wide range of HR matters, including:

• Workforce planning and performance management
• Change projects and service redesign
• Talent management and staff development
• Culture, behaviour, and organisational change initiatives

You will also be involved in:

• Leading the implementation of corporate change projects
• Developing and reviewing HR and OD policies and frameworks
• Analysing data to identify HR and OD interventions
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting the Senior HR Business Partner in team planning and budget management
• Mentoring and allocating work to junior HR team members

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A degree or equivalent vocational qualification in HR/OD or a related field.
• Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent.
• Proven experience in building positive partnerships with client groups and stakeholders.
• Experience in leading the development of HR and OD policies and strategies within legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse data and produce complex reports and action plans.
• Experience working in the public sector.
• Current and up-to-date knowledge of best practice and legislative requirements in HR and continuous improvement.
• Sound knowledge of employment legislation.
• The ability to travel efficiently between various work locations.

If you are a proactive and strategic HR professional looking to make a significant impact within a public sector organisation, we encourage you to apply. Please note this role is inside IR35, and the hourly rate will be paid through an umbrella company.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.