Senior HR Business Partner – Maternity Cover

Frazer Jones; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm in Manchester seeks a Senior HR Business Partner/HR Manager for a 12-month contract. You'll act as a trusted advisor, drive performance strategies, and support projects promoting well-being and inclusivity. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and experience in employee relations. The role offers a hybrid working model and a salary of up to £70,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employee relations and generalist HR.
• Strong communication and proactive mindset.
• Experience in financial or professional services.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership team.
• Drive performance and engagement strategies.
• Support people-related projects ensuring compliance.
• Champion well-being and inclusivity in the workplace.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver HR support.

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Communication

Collaboration

People culture

Job description

We’re Hiring :

Senior HR Business Partner / HR Manager – 12 Month FTC.

Location :

Central Manchester (Hybrid – 3 days in-office)

Contract :

Fixed Term (12 months)

We are looking for a professional and capable Senior HR Business Partner / HR Manager to our client’s Manchester location on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a high‑performing and collaborative team, implementing strategy and partnering senior stakeholders.

The role

• Acting as a trusted advisor to the leadership team and colleagues across a range of HR topics
• Driving performance, engagement, performance optimisation, and professional development strategies
• Leading and supporting people‑related projects, ensuring compliance and excellence
• Champion well‑being, equity, and inclusivity in the workplace
• Collaborate with global teams in a matrixed environment to deliver best‑in‑class HR support

Our client is looking for :

• Proven experience in employee relations as well as broader generalist HR activities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for people and culture
• Experience within a professional setting e.g. financial services, professional services or similar and ideally within a global / matrixed setting

This is a great opportunity to be part of a team that invests in its people and fosters a culture of trust and transparency. You’ll have the opportunity to shape impactful HR strategies and contribute to a thriving workplace.

Salary is up to circa £70,000 per annum

Hybrid working – 3 days / week in the office

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.