Interim Human Resources Business Partner

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

Job summary

A leading company in industrial process fluids seeks an Interim Human Resources Business Partner in Peterborough to drive HR initiatives aligned with global standards. This role focuses on talent management, employee relations, and change management, supporting the UK & Ireland Commercial leadership team. Candidates should have strong HR experience and a commitment 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

• Serve as a consultant to UK & European business leaders.
• Manage TUPE projects and complex employee relations issues.
• Lead talent management and performance management processes.

Skills

Talent Management

Employee Relations

Change Management

Organizational Development

Coaching

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Interim Human Resources Business Partner, Peterborough

Client: Quaker Houghton

Location: Peterborough, 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 are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We support major industrial companies worldwide, with a global presence and headquarters in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a publicly traded company with a collaborative culture that promotes career growth and offers competitive benefits.

As HR Business Partner, you will support the UK & Ireland Commercial leadership team in talent management, performance management, employee and leadership development, employee relations, change management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. You will help develop and implement HR priorities aligned with global HR standards and organizational goals. Join our team and contribute to our success!

What will you do?

• Serve as a consultant to leaders within the UK and European regions, focusing on the Commercial business and supporting other lines of business.
• Employ change management strategies to support business transformation.
• Support organizational change and design by collaborating with senior management and HR colleagues.
• Partner with the global HR team to provide value-added services aligning with business objectives.
• Work with Talent & Organizational Capability COE to improve engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Manage TUPE projects as needed, coordinating with departments and HR leadership.
• Lead talent management, succession planning, performance management, and compensation processes.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition regarding recruitment activities.
• Handle complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and develop performance improvement plans.
• Lead HR or business initiatives related to organizational change, culture, or rewards.
• Provide coaching and counseling to employees and managers on sensitive issues.

What do we look for?

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

About Us

We are a global leader in industrial process fluids, operating in over 40 countries. We partner with manufacturers to improve operations and stay ahead in a changing world, with over 100 locations and a team of chemists, engineers, and industry experts.

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

Our core values guide our decisions, actions, and relationships, fostering a safer, stronger company committed to these principles.