Interim Human Resources Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial process fluids is seeking an HR Business Partner for a 12-month contract in Aberdeen. The successful candidate will support talent management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness for the UK & Ireland region, collaborating closely with commercial leadership.

Qualifications

• Senior-level HR experience in a business-facing role required.
• Expertise in talent management and employee relations essential.
• Availability for a 12-month contract commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial leadership team in talent and performance management.
• Employ effective change management strategies to aid transformation.
• Resolve complex employee relations issues and conduct investigations.

Skills

Change Management

Talent Management

Employee Relations

Organizational Development

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04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Job Description:

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

As HR Business Partner, you will support the Commercial leadership team within the UK & Ireland in the areas of talent management, performance management, employee and leadership development, employee relations, change management, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Also, assisting in the development and implementation of human resources priorities and objectives for the region, in alignment with the global HR Centers of Excellence (COE) and broader organizational priorities. Join the team and let's do great things together!

What will you do?

• Serve as a consultant to leaders in designated client groups within the UK and European region, focusing on the Commercial business and supporting other lines of business.
• Employ effective change management strategies to aid in business transformation activities.
• Support organizational change and design by working with senior management and other HRBPs to identify business requirements and implement solutions.
• Partner with the global HR function to deliver value-added services that align with business objectives.
• Work with Talent & Organizational Capability COE to improve engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Manage TUPE projects as needed, including interfacing with other departments and HR leadership.
• Lead annual talent management, succession planning, performance management, and compensation planning processes.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition colleagues on recruitment activities.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and develop Performance Improvement Plans if needed.
• Lead HR or business-driven initiatives, such as organizational restructuring or cultural change projects.
• Provide coaching and counseling to employees and management, handling sensitive issues professionally.

What do we look for?

• Senior-level HR experience in a business-facing role, with talent management and employee relations expertise.
• Experience in Change Management and organizational development.
• Availability for a 12-month contract commitment.

About Us

We are a global leader in industrial process fluids, present in over 40 countries, continuously innovating to help manufacturers stay competitive. With over 100 locations, our team of chemists, engineers, and industry experts partner with customers to improve operations and efficiency in a changing world.

Our values: Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, Do Great Things Together, Act with integrity.

Our core values guide our decisions and actions, fostering a safe and strong company culture based on trust and respect.