People Advisory Partner

Johnson Matthey; Royston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental and technology firm is seeking a People Advisory Partner in Royston, UK, to provide HR advisory support and manage complex employee relations. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of local employment laws, a proven track record in HR roles, and excellent communication skills. The role includes leading organizational change initiatives and requires regular travel across the South of the UK. Offers include competitive salaries and flexible work options.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

Medical plans / health assessments

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR advisory or employee relations roles.
• Strong knowledge of local employment law and HR practices.
• Demonstrated experience implementing organizational change locally.

Responsibilities

• Lead local implementation of organizational change initiatives.
• Partner with managers to cascade and embed change plans.
• Manage complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Strong knowledge of local employment law and HR practices

Proven experience in HR advisory or employee relations roles

Demonstrated experience implementing organizational change locally

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to travel regularly across the South of the UK

Job description

People Advisory Partner

Location: Royston (with regular travel across the South of the UK)

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With over 200 years of history, join us and help accelerate the transition to net zero.

As a People Advisory Partner, you’ll provide HR advisory support to managers and lead the local implementation of organizational change initiatives. You’ll ensure priorities are embedded effectively, risks are managed, and managers are equipped to lead their teams through transition.

The role:

As a People Advisory Partner, you will help drive our goals by:

• Lead local implementation of organizational change initiatives (e.g., design changes, performance frameworks, engagement programmes).
• Partner with managers to cascade and embed change plans effectively.
• Manage complex employee relations cases (disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence).
• Provide expert HR advice on policy interpretation and elevate high‑risk cases when needed.
• Act as the bridge between enterprise frameworks and local execution, ensuring joined‑up delivery with People Operations and Business Partners.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong knowledge of local employment law and HR practices.
• Proven experience in HR advisory or employee relations roles.
• Demonstrated experience implementing organizational change locally.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, pragmatic and solutions‑focused.
• Ability to travel regularly across the South of the UK.

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and, where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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