HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum Location: Hybrid Working (office and home-based) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced HR professional to join a growing organisation in as a HR Business Partner. This is a broad generalist role responsible for delivering operational HR support, managing employee relations matters, and partnering with managers to drive effective people practices across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the employee lifecycle, providing expert HR guidance, and helping to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & HR Support • Manage employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management processes. • Provide advice and guidance to managers on employment legislation, HR policies, and best practice. • Support organisational change initiatives and employee consultation processes where required. • Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR decision-making across the business. Employee Lifecycle Management • Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction activities. • Coordinate talent reviews and succession planning initiatives. • Manage contractual changes and employee records. • Support performance management processes and development planning. HR Data & Reporting • Produce and analyse HR metrics including: • Absence levels • Employee turnover • Recruitment activity and costs • Internal progression and mobility • Use people data to identify trends and recommend improvements. • Maintain accurate HR records and ensure GDPR compliance. Employee Engagement & Wellbeing • Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes. • Partner with managers to enhance employee experience and retention. • Promote a positive and inclusive working environment. Continuous Improvement • Review and improve HR processes, systems, and procedures. • Contribute to HR projects and wider business improvement initiatives. • Drive best practice and help develop high-performing teams. About You Essential Experience • Minimum 5 years' experience in a generalist HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, or similar role. • Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently. • Experience partnering with managers and influencing stakeholders at different levels. • Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice. Skills & Attributes • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability. • Data-driven approach with the ability to interpret and present HR metrics. • Highly organised with strong attention to detail. • Proactive, approachable, and confident in challenging constructively when appropriate. • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. Qualifications • CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification (or equivalent experience). • Ongoing commitment to personal and professional development. What's on Offer • Salary up to £45,000 per annum • Hybrid working arrangement • Opportunity to influence and shape people practices within the organisation • Supportive and collaborative working environment • Professional development opportunities • Comprehensive benefits package (details available on application) This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing operational HR delivery with business partnering responsibilities and is looking for a varied, people-focused position within a dynamic organisation.