People Business Partner · Brighton ·

Mpb Europe Limited; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in photography and videography equipment is seeking a People Business Partner for their Brighton office. This role involves strategic HR initiatives, fostering employee engagement, and enhancing operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

1 wellbeing day off per year

5% employer contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare

Access to EAP with employee discounts

Buzzing social calendar

Dog friendly workplace

Bespoke Learning Management System

2 volunteer days per year for charity

Qualifications

• Demonstrable success in HRBP roles.
• Strong expertise in UK employment law compliance.
• Experience working in international organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver people strategies that support business objectives.
• Manage complex employee relations cases and transformations.
• Coach people managers to enhance team capabilities.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Employee Relations

Data Analytics

HR Process Optimisation

Collaboration

Education

Professional HR Qualification

Job description

People Business Partner
Location:Brighton (2 days a week in office)
Department: People
Position type:Permanent, full-time

The role

We’re looking for a strategically-minded and dynamic People Business Partner to join our People team in Brighton. As part of MPB’s global People function, you’ll collaborate closely with leaders across the UK business, helping shape and implement people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and an exceptional employee experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional with deep expertise in employee relations, talent management, organisational change and people operations. You’ll be key to aligning people practices with business goals and leading key transformation and optimisation projects – both locally and globally.

What you will be doing

• Partner with UK leaders to develop and deliver people strategies that support business objectivesand foster MPB’s culture.

• Advise and support managers on people-related matters including employee relations, performance, talent, and L&D.

• Manage complex employee relations cases, including investigations, workplace disputes and resolution.

• Lead and support organisational change and transformation initiatives across teams and functions.

• Champion process improvement in our people operations to ensure we’re scalable, efficient, and impactful.

• Drive local and global projects focused on employee experience, engagement, inclusion, and operational effectiveness.

• Support and coach people managers to develop capability and career progression within their teams.

• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and ensure global programs are aligned.

• Use people data and insights to inform decisions, evaluate impact, and continuously improve.

About you

You’re an experienced HR Business Partner who brings a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. You know how to build trusted relationships, influence at all levels, and navigate change with empathy and agility.

Here’s what you’ll need to thrive:

• Demonstrable success in progressive HRBP roles.
• Strong employee relations experience and UK employment law compliance.
• Strong expertise in HR process optimisation, HRIS systems, and data analytics.
• Comfortable using data and HR systems to inform and improve.
• Skilled at balancing strategic work with operational delivery in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in international or matrixed organisations.
• A professional HR qualification or equivalent experience.

What we’re looking for

• A global mindset with a collaborative and curious approach.
• A confident communicator who builds strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Analytical and solutions-focused – always looking for ways to improve and innovate.
• Comfortable leading change and influencing outcomes.
• Committed to driving inclusion and supporting a great people experience.

Our Values; applied

Better, Connected: We work collaboratively and embrace diversity

Empowering and Empowered: We celebrate ownership and initiative

Insight-driven: We act based upon data and reflection

Agents of Change: We innovate and promote sustainability

Focussed on Excellence: We aim high, and work smart

Passionately Ambitious: We encourage creativity and strive to improve through innovation

About MPB

We are MPB, the largest global platform for used photography and videography equipment. Our platform transforms the way that people buy, sell and trade in photo and video kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro.

We recognise the benefit of inclusive practices to better build a diverse community here at MPB. Our commitment to ensuring inclusion fuels and connects us as one with the diverse community of visual storytellers that we serve.

MPB customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of family makeup, race, sexuality, religion, gender identity, disability or age. At MPB, every employee has the opportunity to make an impact and grow.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 1 wellbeing day off per year
• 5% employer contributory pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Access to EAP with a range of employee discounts
• Buzzing social calendar
• Dog friendly workplace
• Bespoke Learning Management System - the MPB 'Learning Lab' with access thousands of free courses to upskill in any areas you'd like; whether personally or professionally
• 2 volunteer days per year for charity which aligns with MPB values, and of your choosing