Junior People Partner

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A global travel and event management company in London is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to support executive teams by driving performance, engagement, and diverse initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in HR, a strong knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to influence at all levels. This role offers flexible working options and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior HR Advisor in a global organisation.
• Experience working with global teams and navigating cultural differences.
• Passionate about employee experience, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align people strategies with business goals.
• Address underperformance and foster talent growth.
• Improve team dynamics and operational effectiveness.
• Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to influence stakeholders

Skilled in performance management

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Your new company

• A global travel and event management company
  
  Your new role
• This strategic HR role supports executive leaders and managers by driving performance, development, and engagement across global teams. Key responsibilities include:
• Strategic Advisory: Partner with leadership to align people strategies with business goals.
• Performance & Development: Address underperformance and foster talent growth.
• Manager Enablement: Equip managers to lead effectively and build high-performing teams.
• Team Optimisation: Improve team dynamics and operational effectiveness.
• Global Collaboration: Align with global HR practices and share best practices.
• Employee Experience & DEI: Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and engagement initiatives.
• Talent & Learning: Identify training needs and career development opportunities.
• Escalation & Coordination: Handle complex people matters and coordinate HR interventions.
• Workforce Planning & Change Management: Lead organisational design and change initiatives.
• People Analytics: Use data to inform decisions and track trends.
• Employee Relations & Compliance: Manage complex ER cases and ensure policy adherence.
• Compensation Support: Assist with reward and bonus processes.
• Culture & Engagement: Promote a positive, values-driven workplace culture.

• What you'll need to succeed
  Proven experience as a Senior HR Advisor, ideally in a global organisation
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels, including with Executive stakeholders
• Skilled in performance management and leadership development
• Experience working with global teams and navigating cultural differences
• Passionate about employee experience, diversity, and inclusion
• Comfortable with complexity, ambiguity, and fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now

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