People Partner

National Energy System Operator; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holidays

Birthday day off

Cycle to work

Private health insurance

Job summary

National Energy System Operator (NESO) is seeking a People Partner to shape our people strategy, partnering with senior leaders to drive performance, engagement and transformation across the organisation.

You will translate people data into insights, lead strategic workforce planning, and collaborate with CoEs and People Operations to recruit, onboard and manage the employee lifecycle in a hybrid Warwick-based role. This is a flexible, inclusive role that supports variable working patterns.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver people strategies.
• Ability to influence through insight, challenge and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen translating data into actions.
• Experience in workforce planning and organisational design.
• Confident communicator and relationship builder across levels.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and implement People strategies.
• Lead performance management initiatives with the Organisation Culture team.
• Advise on employee relations, compliance, and policy application.
• Inform workforce planning with external insights and internal data.
• Drive strategic workforce planning and staffing optimisation.
• Analyse data to identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Support line managers and CoEs to implement key people initiatives.
• Partner with People Operations to deliver recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

Strategic HR

Stakeholder management

People analytics

Change & transformation

Communication

Education

CIPD Level 7

Job description

About The Role

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow. The People Partner at National Energy System Operator (NESO) is a vital member of our People team, driving strategic HR initiatives that align with our organizational goals. We are seeking an experienced People professional who is passionate about fostering a collaborative workplace culture and enhancing employee engagement. You will partner closely with business leaders, acting as a strategic advisor to provide expert HR guidance and support, ensuring that our people strategies are effectively implemented across the organization. In this exciting role, you will leverage external market insights and internal data to support strategic workforce planning and enhance the employee experience. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will play a key role in facilitating effective communication, providing insight, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the business. Your ability to translate people data into meaningful actions will be essential as we navigate our transformation journey. You’ll work closely with leaders to shape a positive, inclusive workplace culture that supports performance, engagement, and growth, ensuring NESO remains a great place to work as we define our identity and ways of working. This role can is based in Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborating with business leaders to develop and implement People strategies that support organisational objectives and enhance employee experience.
• Leading the execution of the performance management strategy, working in partnership with the Organisation Culture team to embed and monitor a high-performance culture aligned with business goals.
• Providing expert advice on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and compliance with People policies and legislation.
• Using external market insights to inform workforce planning and drive employee engagement initiatives.
• Delivering strategic workforce planning (SWP) solutions that align with business needs and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Analysing workforce data and trends to identify staffing needs, optimise talent allocation, and plan for future workforce skills requirements.
• Interpreting people data to identify root causes of issues and provide actionable insights that inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Supporting line managers, line manage a People Consultant and partner with Centres of Expertise (CoEs) to influence the development and implementation of key people strategies.
• Partnering with the People Operations team to ensure the effective delivery of People services, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle management.
• Implementing and managing performance appraisal processes, providing coaching and support to managers in delivering feedback and conducting evaluations.
• Identifying training needs and coordinate professional development programmes to enhance employee skills, capability, and career growth.
• Using People metrics and analytics to assess the effectiveness of initiatives, providing insights to inform future planning and decision-making.
• Championing improvements in line with NESO’s strategic goals, ensuring people initiatives are aligned with organisational priorities.
• Fostering a positive workplace culture by promoting employee engagement initiatives, diversity and inclusion efforts, and recognition programmes.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to employees, promoting a positive workplace culture and addressing tier 2/3 People-related queries and concerns.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has/is;

• CIPD Level 7.
• Extensive experience partnering with senior business leaders to shape and deliver people strategies that drive organisational performance, support transformation, and enhance the employee experience.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and support senior leaders, using insight, challenge, and collaboration to shape people strategies that drive business performance.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret complex People and workforce data, identify root causes, and translate insights into impactful, evidence-based actions.
• Experience in workforce planning and organisational design, leveraging external market insights and internal trends to anticipate future needs and optimise talent deployment.
• A confident communicator and relationship builder, able to engage, coach, and influence stakeholders at all levels with credibility and empathy.
• A champion of culture, inclusion, and engagement, with a track record of delivering initiatives that enhance the employee experience and contribute to a positive, values-led workplace.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands‑on delivery to meet business needs.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 dependent on experience and capabilityAs well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance, 28 days annual leave as standard, and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

Benefits

• Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
• Additional Birthday Day Off
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030. In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value. The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy. Our future. Together National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

More Information

This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.