Senior HR Business Partner 9 -12 months FTC Maternity Cover

Macmillan Davies; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner for a 9-12 month maternity cover. This operationally focused role involves managing employee relations, driving HR strategies, and advising senior leadership within a dynamic organizational structure. A great opportunity for experienced HR professionals looking for a significant impact in a transformative environment.

Benefits

Attractive bonus

Competitive salary

Exposure to senior leadership

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of HRBP experience, preferably in financial services/trading/commodities.
• Strong tactical and operational HR capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in evolving and complex business structures.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on people management and employment law.
• Oversee complex employee relations cases ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Support and drive cyclical HR processes including performance management.

Skills

Employee relations

Operational HR strategies

Influencing senior leadership

Job description

Senior HR Business Partner 9 -12 months FTC Maternity Cover

Location: London

Job Description

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background ideally in financial services/trading/commodities? Are you adept at navigating complex employee relations cases, driving operational HR strategies, and influencing senior leadership in a matrix environment? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. You would need to be available to start late September/early October 2025

About the Role

On behalf of my client, a leading financial services commodities house, I am recruiting for a Senior HR Business Partner on a 9 - 12 month FTC maternity cover basis to support corporate functions across multiple regions. This is a high-impact, operationally focused HRBP role that will partner with leaders across corporate functions. The position requires a confident HR professional who can effectively manage employee relations, compensation processes, and collaborate with Centres of Excellence (CoEs) on strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders providing expert HR guidance on people management, employment law, and best practices.
• Oversee complex employee relations (ER) cases, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support and drive cyclical HR processes, including performance management, talent identification, and succession planning.
• Work closely with CoEs (Talent Acquisition, L&D, Compensation & Benefits, HR Ops) to design and implement HR strategies.
• Contribute to organisational design efforts to align structures with business objectives.
• Foster a strong working relationship with leadership teams, providing day-to-day HR support and strategic input.
• Navigate an evolving HR landscape, driving engagement and managing change within a dynamic environment.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 5-10 years of HRBP experience, preferably in financial services/trading/commodities.
• Expertise: Strong tactical and operational HR capabilities, particularly in ER case management and compensation.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in an evolving and complex business structure, with experience in corporate functions (not just front office roles).
• Influence: Proven ability to work with senior leadership, build trust, and drive HR initiatives effectively.
• Global Perspective: International experience is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in an organisation undergoing transformation. You'll work in a dynamic and evolving HR structure, gain exposure to senior leadership, and contribute to shaping people strategies across corporate functions.

If you are a skilled HRBP looking for a confidential and impactful role, apply now to be part of this exciting journey.

Fantastic benefits as well as a highly competitive base salary including attractive bonus.

Simon Cutner
Director of Business Growth and Executive Search