Junior People Business Partner

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG brand is seeking a Junior People Business Partner for a 12-month fixed term contract in the Greater London area. This role involves supporting managers and employees with HR queries, coordinating learning and engagement initiatives, and contributing to various HR projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in a generalist HR role, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to enhancing employee experiences. This position offers a salary of £50,000 plus a 10% bonus and emphasizes personal growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR or HR Advisor role.
• Confident in guiding stakeholders on HR policies.
• Strong curiosity and interest in people and culture.

Responsibilities

• Support managers and employees with day-to-day People queries.
• Coordinate learning, onboarding, and talent activities.
• Assist with engagement cycles and culture-building initiatives.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Data handling with HR systems

Job description

Junior People Business Partner

I am excited to be partnering with an iconic FMCG brand to appoint a Junior People Business Partner for a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a chance to step into a fast‑moving, values‑driven environment where your ideas, energy, and problem‑solving mindset will be valued and encouraged.

You’ll support People Business Partners in shaping an exceptional employee experience‑whether that’s coaching managers through core People processes, coordinating development activities, supporting recruitment, or helping drive engagement initiatives. Expect variety, ownership and plenty of opportunities to build your confidence as a future strategic People Partner.

What You’ll Be Doing

A Junior People Business partner you will be supporting a client group of c140 employees across the events and marketing teams. You will support managers and employees with day‑to‑day People queries, escalating when needed and coaching through new people initiatives. Working with the wider people team you will also have the opportunity to get involved in HR projects and support delivery of the people strategy to your client group. In addition you will be:

• Coordinating learning, onboarding and talent activities that help people thrive.
• Partnering with recruitment teams to create seamless, inclusive candidate experiences.
• Assisting with engagement cycles, communications and culture‑building initiatives.
• Contributing to people‑focused projects and using data and insights to improve ways of working.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in a generalist HR, HR Advisor or early business partnering role.
• You will have ideally worked in a fast paced environment within a commercial business.
• You will be confident in supporting stakeholders with guidance on HR policies and employee relations such as disciplinaries, grievances and performance related queries.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to work with people at all levels.
• Curiosity, proactivity and a genuine interest in people and culture.
• Excellent organisational skills and comfort working with HR systems and data.

What You’ll Gain

This role offers meaningful stretch and development. You’ll collaborate with senior People leaders, build capability around performance, feedback and coaching, and take ownership of improving core HR processes. It’s the perfect platform to deepen your expertise and accelerate your journey toward becoming a trusted People Partner.

If you’re ambitious, people‑driven and eager to learn in an environment that values autonomy and growth, this could be your next big step.

Salary: £50,000 + 10% bonus

Contract: 12 month fixed term

Location: London West End 4 days per week