Interim Human Resources Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quaker Houghton, a global leader in industrial process fluids, seeks an Interim Human Resources Business Partner in Kingston upon Hull. This role involves supporting organizational effectiveness and managing employee relations while ensuring alignment with global HR strategies. Candidates should have senior HR experience and be committed to a 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• Senior HR experience in a business-facing role.
• Expertise in talent management and employee relations.
• Commitment to a 12-month contract.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with leaders to support business transformation.
• Managing TUPE projects and resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Leading talent management, succession planning, and performance management.

Skills

Talent Management

Employee Relations

Change Management

Organizational Development

Job description

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Interim Human Resources Business Partner, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: Quaker Houghton

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

At Quaker Houghton, we develop, produce, and apply industrial process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for manufacturing. We support major industries worldwide and have a global presence with headquarters in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a publicly traded company with a collaborative culture that fosters career growth, offering competitive benefits.

As HR Business Partner, you will support the UK & Ireland Commercial leadership in talent management, performance management, employee and leadership development, employee relations, change management, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. You will help develop and implement HR priorities aligned with global HR strategies.

Responsibilities include:

• Consulting with leaders in designated regions and supporting business transformation through change management strategies.
• Supporting organizational change and design in collaboration with senior management and HR teams.
• Partnering across HR to deliver value-added services aligned with business goals.
• Working with Talent & Organizational Capability COE to improve engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Managing TUPE projects and interfacing with departments and HR leadership.
• Leading talent management, succession planning, performance management, and compensation processes.
• Collaborating on recruitment activities.
• Resolving complex employee relations issues, conducting investigations, and developing performance improvement plans.
• Leading HR or business projects related to organizational change, cultural change, or employee rewards.
• Providing coaching and counseling to employees and management on sensitive issues.

Requirements:

• Senior HR experience in a business-facing role, with talent management and employee relations expertise.
• Experience in change management and organizational development.
• Commitment to a 12-month contract.

About Us:

We are a global leader in industrial process fluids, present in over 40 countries, supporting industries like steel, aluminum, automotive, and aerospace. With 100+ locations, our experts partner with customers to improve operations and stay ahead in a changing world.

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