People Partner

ICONIC RESOURCING LTD; Tranent; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Iconic Resourcing is partnering with a growing, people‑focused organisation to recruit a People Partner on an initial 3‑month fixed‑term contract, working hybrid in Tranent. The role pays £25‑£28 per hour.

Reporting into the Head of People, you’ll provide hands‑on support across employee relations, coaching managers, workforce planning, policy development and data‑driven improvements to drive positive change.

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR career path.
• Strong employee relations knowledge and case management experience.
• Ability to coach and influence managers at all levels.
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience driving process improvements and implementing people initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Managing employee relations casework including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance matters
• Coaching and developing managers to build confidence and capability
• Supporting organisational growth and workforce planning activities
• Reviewing and developing HR policies and processes
• Using people data and insights to identify trends and improvements
• Supporting people initiatives, organisational change and continuous improvement projects

Skills

Senior HRBP

Employee relations

Coaching managers

UK employment law

Process improvement

Job description

People Partner (3-Month FTC)

Tranent Hybrid Working £25 - £28 per hour

Iconic Resourcing is delighted to be partnering with a growing, people-focused organisation to recruit a People Partner on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, supporting managers, solving people challenges, and driving positive change. You'll join a collaborative and down-to-earth People team during an exciting period of growth, with the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of People, you'll act as a trusted partner to leaders and managers across the business, providing hands‑on support across a broad range of people matters.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing employee relations casework including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance matters


• Coaching and developing managers to build confidence and capability


• Supporting organisational growth and workforce planning activities


• Reviewing and developing HR policies and processes


• Using people data and insights to identify trends and improvements


• Supporting people initiatives, organisational change and continuous improvement projects

This is a predominantly operational role with the opportunity to contribute to wider people projects and business improvements.

About You

We're looking for someone who has developed through a generalist HR career path and enjoys partnering with managers in a fast-paced environment.

You'll bring:

• Experience in a Senior HR Advisor, HR Business Partner or similar role


• Strong employee relations knowledge and case management experience


• Confidence coaching and influencing managers at all levels


• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice


• Experience driving process improvements and implementing people initiatives


• A pragmatic, approachable and solutions-focused style

If you're a hands‑on HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, developing managers and delivering practical HR solutions, we'd love to hear from you.