People and Culture Partner

C2 Recruitment; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Essex is seeking a People & Culture Partner for an 18-month fixed-term contract. This role requires expertise in organisational development and strategic HR project management. The ideal candidate will lead impactful initiatives and support a positive workplace culture in a hybrid work environment. Salary is £45,502 per annum. Generous benefits and a supportive team await applicants.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 27 days

Pension scheme

Occupational Sick Pay

Free car parking

Subsidised restaurant

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in organisational development and strategic project management.
• Ability to manage sensitive and complex situations professionally.
• Experience within health and social care sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead People and Culture projects that align with organisational strategy.
• Provide expert advice on culture and change matters.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate People and Culture projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in training and coaching

Skills in organisational development

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

People & Culture Partner - Projects

Contract: 18-Month Fixed Term

Salary: 45,502 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, hybrid working available

Location: Romford, Essex

Are you a skilled Learning and Development/ OD Advisor/HR Business Partner with experience in organisational development, organisational change, and HR project management?

We are seeking a People & Culture Partner- Projects to join a values-driven organisation and lead high impact organisational initiatives that support strategic objectives and enhance the employee experience.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment while making a tangible difference in an organisation committed to supporting both staff and the wider community. You will shape People & Culture initiatives, drive strategic projects, and foster a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead People and Culture projects that improve service delivery and align with organisational strategy.
• Provide expert OD advice to managers and directors on culture and change matters.
• Develop members of the People team, coaching leaders and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate People and Culture projects, including leadership development, wellbeing, and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI).
• Analyse workforce data, producing actionable insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support workforce planning, engagement surveys, and performance management initiatives.

Requirements

• CIPD qualified or Learning and development equivalent qualification, with demonstrable experience in organisational development, strategic project management, and organisational change.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations professionally.
• Experience delivering training and coaching to managers and teams.
• Experience within health and social care sectors is advantageous.
• An experienced facilitator who can deliver qualitative research initiatives such as focus groups.

Benefits and working environment

• A friendly, open and warm team to offer support and guidance.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days plus Bank Holidays and 1 day birthday leave.
• Pension scheme and Occupational Sick Pay on commencement.
• Encourage and support hybrid and flexible working.
• Active Education team providing in-house training and supporting learning opportunities.
• Free Car parking and subsidised restaurant with a good selection available daily.

If you have experience in HR, Learning and Development or OD and you have passion and enthusiasm for the non-profit sector, then this role could be for you, please apply today with a copy of your CV.

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C2 Recruitment is a Specialist Retail Recruitment Consultancy recruiting across the UK and Internationally. We specialise in Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce Charity & Non Profit Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Hospitality & Leisure Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations Senior Appointments & Executive Sales & FMCG Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.