Senior Lead HR Business Partner

Joshua Robert Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Lead Business Partner in London. The role involves shaping business strategy and driving commercial performance in the construction consultancy sector. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in professional services, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and a collaborative leadership approach. A competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Collaborative and supportive environment

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Business Partner, Senior Manager, or equivalent.
• Strong background in construction consultancy, property, or built environment.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary business partner to senior leaders.
• Lead financial and operational performance discussions.
• Drive business planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Skills

Business Partner

Stakeholder Management

Financial Insight

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Negotiation

Job description

Overview

Job Title - Senior Lead Business Partner
Location - London
Salary - £80,000 + Car
Contract Type - 9 - 12 Months FTC

Our client is a leading construction consultancy/property services organisation, delivering expert advice and tailored solutions to clients across the built environment. With a strong reputation for excellence, they are passionate about shaping spaces, supporting development, and driving value for our clients.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Lead Business Partner to join their leadership team. This is a pivotal role where you will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, shaping business strategy, driving commercial performance, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and operational delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in professional services within a construction consultancy or property background, with a proven ability to partner with senior leaders to influence decision-making and deliver sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary business partner to senior leaders, providing commercial and strategic insight.
• Lead financial and operational performance discussions, ensuring accountability and robust decision-making.
• Drive business planning, forecasting, and reporting processes to support long-term growth.
• Translate complex data and market insights into actionable strategies for business improvement.
• Build strong relationships across multi-disciplinary teams, influencing at senior and board levels.
• Partner with operational leads to enhance profitability, efficiency, and client value.
• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

• Proven track record as a Business Partner, Senior Manager, or equivalent within a professional services environment.
• Strong background in construction consultancy, property, or wider built environment sectors.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially astute with the ability to translate financial and operational data into strategic actions.
• Highly collaborative with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with leading clients.
• A collaborative and supportive environment with genuine opportunities for career progression.
• The chance to shape the future of a dynamic and growing consultancy business