Senior HR Business Partner, Global Functions (12-month FTC)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR expertise for Global Functions. This 12-month fixed-term role is perfect for a proactive HR professional with a strong background in change management and organizational design. You will lead HR initiatives, collaborate with senior leaders, and drive a high-performance culture. With a flexible working environment and a focus on inclusion and diversity, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits package, making it an exciting prospect for those looking to make a significant impact in HR.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading HR functions and managing change.
• Strong ability to influence and coach leaders across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead HR initiatives and build relationships with senior leaders.
• Support talent attraction and retention strategies.

Skills

Strategic HR Management

Change Management

Coaching Leaders

Employment Law Knowledge

Talent Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Professional HR Certification

Job description

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Senior HR Business Partner, Global Functions (12-month FTC), Manchester

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Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior HR Business Partner, Global Functions (12-month FTC)

Introduction:

Dentsu is a network focused on future opportunities, helping clients innovate and grow sustainably. We prioritize people-centered business transformation, connecting brand, content, commerce, and experience through modern creativity.

Role Purpose:

This role provides strategic HR and commercial expertise to support Global Functions, aligning with business values and strategies to meet commercial objectives. It involves supporting the HR team for Finance and Legal globally, managing significant change initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop understanding of business drivers to support HR strategy development and delivery.
2. Lead communication and implementation of HR initiatives with Centres of Excellence.
3. Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and act as a strategic partner.
4. Influence and coach leaders, fostering a high-performance culture.
5. Support talent attraction, development, and retention strategies.
6. Collaborate with talent teams for effective planning.
7. Drive performance development and feedback culture.
8. Understand organizational capabilities and develop HR strategies accordingly.
9. Contribute to financial planning and budgeting.
10. Advise on organizational change initiatives.
11. Use data and insights for decision-making and measuring initiatives.
12. Focus HR investments on high-value activities.
13. Ensure operational HR support is accessible and promotes self-service.

Qualifications + Skills:

Seeking a passionate HR professional with a strategic, proactive mindset, experienced in leading HR functions across talent, performance, change, and reward. Proven ability to manage large change programs, organizational design, and coaching leaders across cultures. Strong employment law knowledge is essential.

What We Offer:

• 12-month Fixed Term Contract.
• Flexible location within commuting distance of Manchester or London, with hybrid working.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Inclusion and Diversity:

We promote a diverse, inclusive culture supporting flexible working and adjustments for disabilities or medical conditions. We encourage applications from all backgrounds to foster innovation and better outcomes.