People Business Partner (, South, United Kingdom)

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Social Enterprise as a People Business Partner to drive impactful people strategies and foster inclusion in the workplace. The role is suitable for candidates with HR background in Retail or Hospitality, focusing on building relationships and enhancing the employee experience. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and gym membership.

Benefits

Annual salary review

35 days annual leave

2% bonus scheme

Comprehensive training and development

Free gym membership

Exclusive discounts from shops and cinemas

Healthcare cashback plan

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Business Partnering or equivalent roles.
• Background in Retail, Leisure, or Hospitality preferred.
• Knowledge of TUPE and redundancy processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the Area Manager on people strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on talent acquisition and employee engagement.
• Champion a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Knowledge of employment legislation

Collaboration

Education

HR Business Partner qualification or equivalent

Experience in Retail, Hospitality or Leisure

Job description

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People Business Partner (, South, United Kingdom), portsmouth, hampshire

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portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

You will be part of Places Leisure. At Places Leisure, we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler and we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive. How do we do this, you ask? By surrounding ourselves with active people, supportive people, and customer focused people and by making a difference in the communities that we serve.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

We are now searching for an exceptional People Business Partner to join our fun team and play a pivotal role in shaping our future. Do you thrive on building relationships, have a knack for problem-solving and believe people are the heart of any successful business? If so, then we want you on our team!

In your role, you will act as a strategic partner to the Area Manager and their Leadership Team, to translate business goals into impactful people strategies. You will be a critical friend, providing expert guidance and coaching on anything from talent acquisition and development to employee engagement and retention. We have an ambitious people strategy with a vision to create an empowered community which drives a high-performing, customer focused culture where people matter, and you will be integral to its delivery and success. You will champion a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering a sense of belonging for all.

You will be partnering with an area manager and covering South region with travel to Camberley and central London. Thisrole is remote, but you will be required to travel to these locations when required.

• A proven track record of working within a HR Business Partnering role or equivalent.
• Having worked in a Retail, Leisure or Hospitality background in a multi-site environment.
• Experience of TUPE and redundancy.

More About you
Ideally you will have a proven track record in a HR BP or equivalent role from a Retail, Hospitality or Leisure background but we will consider other backgrounds as well. You should excel at building strong relationships and fostering open communication, with exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills. You should possess excellent knowledge of employment legislation and its commercial application. You should also thrive in a fast-paced environment and embrace continuous learning.

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Annual salary review
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Free gym membership (and other exclusive leisure discounts) for you and nominated friends/family
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year.

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on [emailprotected] .

If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.

We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.

By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.