HR Business Partner 12 month FTC

Your new company

Our client is now recruiting for maternity leave cover at HR Business Partner level. The preferred candidate will support the business leadership team in delivering the People Plan and HR strategy. Provide coaching and operational HR support to drive performance and align with business goals.

Your new role

Your duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to :

• Implement HR strategies including talent management, succession planning, and change initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders; coach and advise on HR matters.
• Provide operational HR support (e.g., org changes, senior hires, reward programs).
• Deliver integrated, cost-effective HR solutions aligned with business needs.
• Promote line manager ownership of people management.
• Collaborate with HR teams and union reps to support business outcomes.
• Work cross-functionally with other HR Business Partners.

What you'll need to succeed

Essentials:

• Strong commercial awareness and HR expertise (CIPD qualified or equivalent).
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing at all levels.
• Skilled in coaching, communication, and talent development.
• Proven track record in complex environments and change programs (e.g., TUPE, redundancies).
• Graduate calibre.

Desirable:

• MCIPD or post-grad HR qualification.
• Project management experience.
• Experience in unionised environments.

What you'll get in return

Excellent pay & benefits
Guaranteed 12-month FTC contract
Working for a leading player in the transport infrastructure industry.

What you need to do now

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