Senior HR Business Partner - Research & Development (Enabling capabilities & Medical Science)

Reckitt; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hygiene and health company is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to drive HR strategies and lead change within the organization. This hybrid role, based in Hull, requires strong leadership skills and experience in strategic HR. Key responsibilities include mentoring HR teams and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate will have a background in R&D and global HRBP experience, focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 Days annual leave

Private Healthcare

Bonus

Qualifications

• Global HRBP or COE experience, preferably with R&D background.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills are essential.
• Track record of strategic HR interventions and organizational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Craft HR strategies that invigorate organizational culture.
• Mentor and encourage HR functions aligned with business strategies.
• Lead cultural transformations promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Skills

Employee relations

Labour legislation

Strategic mindset

Diversity & inclusion

Change management

Data analytics

Job description

We are Reckitt, home to the world's best-loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose is to protect, heal, and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right, not a privilege.

Our HR Team is the force for good that brings Reckitt's ambition to life. We work together to ensure sustained profitable growth by unleashing the power of our purpose, people, and performance. Now is an exciting time to shape the future of HR, influence a global organization, and develop leadership skills. Regardless of your role, you'll own your projects and workstreams. We focus on developing leaders to drive our culture and growth, supporting and mentoring you to deliver impactful plans and celebrating successes together.

About the role

Senior HR Business Partner - Research & Development (Enabling capabilities & Medical Science)

Hybrid Working, Hull

Competitive Salary & Benefits: 25 Days annual leave, Bonus, Private Healthcare

Closing date: 28th August 2025

At the heart of Reckitt's success are people. As HR Business Partner, you will craft HR strategies that invigorate our organizational culture, enhance talent management, and accelerate business objectives across a broad region. As part of the leadership team, you'll mentor, encourage, and align HR functions with broader business strategies, making a significant impact on Reckitt's future growth.

• Collaborate with the SVP/VP R&D and Leadership Team to drive business priorities within Enabling Capabilities & Medical Science
• Champion value creation through optimal organization setup, attracting, developing, and retaining talent with a diverse pipeline
• Guide senior leadership to unify talents and objectives via a shared strategic narrative
• Lead cultural transformations promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Collaborate with Trade Unions and lead ER initiatives in Hull R&D
• Partner with CFO and SVP to lead HR and business CFC
• Work with global HR and COEs to enhance employee experience and regional strategies
• Cultivate engagement and manage change proactively in a dynamic environment
• Lead and develop a team of HR professionals, advocating for diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing
• Ensure HR practices comply with local regulations, maintaining Reckitt's reputation as an employer of choice

The experience we're looking for

• Global HRBP or COE experience, preferably with R&D background supporting global stakeholders
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills
• Experience in a cross-matrix organization, handling complexity and paradoxes
• Proven cultural savviness and understanding of developing markets
• Track record of strategic HR interventions and organizational excellence
• Ability to lead change and motivate diverse teams
• Business acumen, value creation, OE, talent management, compliance, and DEI experience
• Digital fluency and data-driven storytelling skills
• Creative problem-solving in HR challenges
• Knowledge of employee engagement, employment law, and people analytics

The skills for success

Employee relations, Labour legislation, Strategic mindset, Diversity & inclusion, Organizational structure, Coaching, Facilitation, Change management, Execution, Engagement, Digital literacy, Data analytics, Storytelling, Commercial acumen, Courageous leadership.

What we offer

We support our people through inclusion, parental benefits, mental health programs, life insurance, global share plans, and performance incentives. We hire for potential and value diversity, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants. All qualified individuals will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, disability, ethnicity, religion, gender, veteran status, or other protected categories.