Strategic HR Leader – North East & Yorkshire

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Wrenthorpe; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport services provider is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner in Wrenthorpe, England. The role involves delivering strategic HR leadership, supporting senior operational leaders, and managing industrial relations in a fast-paced, unionized environment. This position requires significant experience in HR practices and processes, as well as strong communication and influencing skills. The ideal candidate will contribute to employee engagement and drive business change initiatives, offering a supportive environment where HR expertise can have a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, processes, and systems at both strategic and operational levels.
• Significant experience managing industrial and employee relations.
• A track record of leading and delivering business change and transformation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to deliver the regional people plan.
• Influence strategic business planning through insight-led HR solutions.
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention initiatives.

Skills

HR practices knowledge

Industrial and employee relations

Excellent communication skills

Influencing and negotiation skills

Managing multiple priorities

Strong IT skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

A leading transport services provider is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner in Wrenthorpe, England. The role involves delivering strategic HR leadership, supporting senior operational leaders, and managing industrial relations in a fast-paced, unionized environment. This position requires significant experience in HR practices and processes, as well as strong communication and influencing skills. The ideal candidate will contribute to employee engagement and drive business change initiatives, offering a supportive environment where HR expertise can have a meaningful impact.