People Partner

Description:

We are partnering with a well-established and fast-moving organisation operating within a complex industrial environment to recruit an experienced People Partner. This is an onsite role, supporting operational teams within a busy, hands-on setting.

This opportunity would suit a commercially minded HR professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys building strong relationships across operational and leadership teams.

The Role

As People Partner, you will work closely with managers and senior stakeholders to provide pragmatic, people-focused HR support across the full employee lifecycle. The role will involve balancing strategic partnering with day-to-day operational HR activity in a demanding and ever-changing environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Partnering with managers to support employee relations, performance management and organisational change

* Coaching leaders on people matters and best practice

* Supporting recruitment, talent development and succession planning initiatives

* Driving engagement, retention and culture-focused activity

* Managing complex ER casework including absence, disciplinaries and grievances

* Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

* Ensuring HR policies and processes are implemented consistently across the business

About You

We are looking for a confident and resilient HR professional who can operate effectively within a busy operational environment.

You will ideally have:

* Previous experience in a People Partner / HR Business Partner role

* Strong employee relations knowledge and experience managing complex casework

* Experience supporting operational or industrial workforces

* The ability to influence and build credibility with stakeholders at all levels

* A proactive, organised and adaptable approach

* CIPD qualification or equivalent experience