Human Resource Management jobs in United Kingdom

Fixed-Term Assignment to start January 2026

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to join a Global Business based in Watford on a temporary basis. The role will provide strategic and operational people support to a defined client group within the organisation. This role will play a key part in enabling leaders to deliver strong business outcomes through effective people practices. The position will be offered on a Hybrid basis.

Working closely with leadership teams, you will act as a trusted advisor on all aspects of the employee lifecycle. You will help translate business priorities into practical people solutions while ensuring consistency, compliance, and a positive employee experience.

• Act as the primary HR contact for leaders and employees across your designated business area
• Develop strong, credible relationships with managers, offering pragmatic and commercially focused advice
• Work in partnership with specialist HR teams to deliver cohesive, fit-for-purpose people solutions
• Support workforce planning, recruitment activity, and retention initiatives in collaboration with hiring leaders
• Contribute to organisational effectiveness through change initiatives, capability building, and team development
• Provide guidance on reward and pay review processes, ensuring alignment with internal frameworks and external benchmarks
• Promote a high-quality employee experience across all touchpoints
• Advise managers on performance management, employee relations, and development matters
• Support annual goal-setting, performance reviews, and talent discussions
• Lead and support change activity, including stakeholder engagement and communications
• Drive engagement and culture initiatives aligned to organisational values
• Use people data and insights to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Ensure all people activities comply with employment legislation, internal policies, and governance standards

• Proven experience operating as an HR Business Partner or in a senior HR Manager role
• Strong background supporting leaders in a fast-paced, International business environment
• Demonstrable experience across employee relations, performance management, and organisational change
• Comfortable working with HR data, metrics, and insights to inform decision-making
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR standards
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively
• Pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach with strong stakeholder management skills
• Able to work independently and quickly build credibility in a new environment

• This is a temporary role commencing in January
• Suitable for candidates available at short notice or seeking interim/fixed-term opportunities