Senior HR Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner for a 6-month contract in Lichfield. In this hands-on role, you will drive HR initiatives, engage with retail teams, and support management. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background, especially in retail or hospitality, alongside effective relationship-building skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £73,000 plus car allowance and benefits.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally retail or hospitality.
• Strong background in employee relations to influence and challenge effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver the people plan across retail teams.
• Coach and advise managers and leaders effectively.
• Drive employee engagement and performance discussions.
• Handle employee relations issues with confidence.
• Lead change programmes in a fast-moving environment.

Skills

Proven HR Business Partner experience

Strong ER background

Relationship-building

Coaching

Independent decision-making

Job description

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Senior HR Business Partner - 6 month Fixed Term Contract | Immediate Start | Field-based

Zachary Daniels are partnering with a leading retailer to recruit a hands-on Senior HR Business Partner to support their retail teams.

This is a true business partnering role - working closely with leaders across the retail operation to drive the people agenda, embed core values, and deliver smart, commercial HR support where it counts.

We're looking for someone who is confident working at pace, loves getting under the skin of a business, and thrives on building great relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

What you'll be doing:

Supporting and delivering the people plan across a regional retail population

Partnering with managers and leaders - coaching, advising, and constructively challenging where needed

Driving employee engagement, performance, and talent conversations

Handling day-to-day ER issues with confidence and care

Leading and supporting change programmes in a fast-moving environment

Bringing a commercial, people-first lens to all activity

What we're looking for:

Proven experience as a HR Business Partner or HR Manager in a fast-paced environment (ideally retail or hospitality)

Strong ER background with the confidence to influence and challenge

Experience working across field and/or head office populations

A natural relationship-builder and coach

Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions

What's on offer:

Base Salary from £65,000 - £73,000 + Car Allowance

Bonus and a strong benefits package

The chance to join a collaborative, values-led team
If you're a confident, people-focused HRBP looking for your next challenge - we'd love to hear from you.