People Partner (Fixed Term Contract)

Leonardo UK Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with up to 15% employer

Mental health support

4,000+ online courses via Coursera/LLN

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd in Luton is seeking a People Partner on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role is part-time (22 hours per week), pro-rated to about £30,000–£32,000, with onsite requirements at least two days per week.

The contract lasts up to 14 months, with the end date likely in January 2028. You will work with Operations, Manufacturing and Quality to foster trust, empowerment and ownership, delivering resourcing, engagement and performance initiatives while liaising with an

Qualifications

• Experience delivering positive people-focused change.
• Ability to engage with all levels and senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• A team player who can work with local and UK People teams.
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the People Team in delivering projects across resourcing, engagement and performance management.
• Help mature and embed the UK People Plan with leadership teams.
• Promote best People practices and leadership development.
• Facilitate workshops and coaching for leaders and managers.
• Collaborate with outsourced HR provider to ensure seamless services.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Job description

Job Description: Your Impact:

At Leonardo we have an exciting opportunity for a People Partner to join the People Team in Luton on a Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave. The contract duration is up to 14 months (January 2028). This is a part-time opportunity contracted for 22 hrs per week, therefore the salary advertised will be pro-rated to circa £30,000 to £32,000. There is flexibility around whether those 22 hours are completed across three or four working days. However, due to the nature of the work the individual is required onsite at least two days per week at Luton.

Leonardo Luton is the home of our Electronic Warfare and Future Combat Air lines of Business. We are one of the world’s top manufacturers of radars, lasers and infra‑red countermeasure systems with around 1,800 employees across multiple UK sites, with our largest facility in Luton.

This People Partner role offers a real opportunity to make an impact by working closely with the Operations, Manufacturing and Quality teams to create an environment of trust, ownership and empowerment that energises employees to perform at their best.

What you will do as a People Partner:

• Support the People Team in delivering and leading projects in the Electronic Warfare & Future Combat Air lines of business across a range of people areas including resourcing, employee engagement and performance management.


• Support the People Team and functional leadership teams to mature and embed the UK People Plan.


• Support the application of best people practice and the enhancement of leadership skills that align to Leonardo’s values and its People Management Fundamentals.


• Facilitate workshops and coaching of leaders and managers.


• Work in partnership with the outsourced HR provider to ensure a seamless delivery of operational and administrative People services.

What you'll bring:

• A People professional with a track record of delivering positive people focused change.


• The ability to engage and interact with all levels of the organisation and build effective working relationships with senior stakeholders.


• Proficient in IT – Word, PowerPoint and Excel.


• A team player who can work well with the local and the UK People team.


• The ability to work independently, multi task and deliver to tight deadlines.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.


• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.


• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).


• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.


• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.


• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.


• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.


• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Company Overview

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations. Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you!

Company values and inclusion

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Key Details

• Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300


• Contract Type: Fixed term


• Hybrid Working: Hybrid International, multicultural, innovative, technological