HR Business partner (Fixed term contract) distribution/transportation
Job Description
Weandrsquo;re partnering with a high-growth, forward-thinking distribution organisation to recruit an experienced HR Business Partner on a maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment where youandrsquo;ll play a key role in shaping and delivering a progressive people agenda.
Working closely with senior stakeholders and the wider People team, youandrsquo;ll help drive strategic initiatives, embed best-in-class processes, and support the business through an exciting phase of growth and transformation.
The Role
As HR Business Partner, youandrsquo;ll act as a trusted advisor to business services teams, helping to translate people strategy into meaningful action. Youandrsquo;ll balance operational delivery with longer-term initiatives, ensuring the organisation is set up for continued success.
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with stakeholders to deliver key people initiatives, including performance management, reward, engagement, and organisational development
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Support and implement change management activity, ensuring smooth transitions and strong communication
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Embed efficient and scalable HR processes, working closely with HR systems teams to optimise tools and platforms
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Oversee employee lifecycle activity including onboarding, promotions, and internal moves
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Support talent development, succession planning, and coaching for managers
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Provide data-driven insights and reporting to inform decision-making
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Drive employee engagement initiatives aligned to a high-growth culture
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Act as an escalation point for employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with UK employment law
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Lead and contribute to ad hoc HR projects
About You
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Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, ideally within a fast-paced or scaling organisation
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Strong understanding of UK employment law and employee relations
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Comfortable working with data to influence people decisions
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Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
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Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
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Passionate about delivering a high-impact people agenda
Why Apply?
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Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business
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Exposure to strategic people initiatives and senior stakeholders
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Collaborative and fast-moving environment
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Hybrid working with flexibility built in
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Competitive salary and benefits package