Jobs at Sodexo Group in United Kingdom

We have an exciting new role available as anHR Business Partner within Sodexo’s Corporate Segment. As the HR Business Partner, you will partner with business leaders and the segment HR Director to drive and deliver people strategies that enhance business performance and workforce planning.

Acting as a trusted advisor, you will lead on HR initiatives that strengthen the client relationship, support business growth, and ensure the successful implementation of HR practices across designated accounts. This includes managing all aspects of TUPE transfers—conducting due diligence, employee consultations, and ensuring a smooth mobilisation process.

This role will shape the people agenda, enhance employee engagement, and contribute directly to strategic business outcomes.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

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Main Responsibilities

Drive the delivery of the People Plan, in partnership with Regional and Transversal HR teams

Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, influencing business decisions through a people lens

Build and lead talent and succession strategies aligned with segment goals

Champion L&D initiatives to close capability gaps and foster a continuous learning culture

Lead organisational change and transformation activities

Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and HR policy frameworks

Enhance client HR engagement, contributing to retention and growth of accounts

Lead on HR input into bids and contract renewals

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in HR

Proven HR generalist experience with expertise in reward, talent, ER, and change

Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with TUPE processes, including due diligence, consultation, and mobilisation activities

Strong track record in client-facing HR roles within complex, matrix environments

Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and influencing skills

Demonstrated capability in workforce planning, OD, and performance management

Commercial acumen and ability to manage HR in a fast-paced, results-driven context

Strong data and analytical mindset for HR metrics and improvement planning

Able to manage priorities and deliver under pressure

Experience in unionised environments

What we offer:

Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + Excellent benefits package

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Location Hybrid/Southern based - Travel required across the UK/South England, United Kingdom