Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership team, the Senior Human Resource Business Partner leads all generalist HR activity, acting as a trusted advisor to management and supporting employee relations across the business. The role also contributes to workforce planning, HR metrics, and the delivery of accurate management information to support decision‑making.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the executive team to translate business objectives into effective workforce strategies with measurable KPIs
Advise senior leaders on organisational design, role definition, succession planning, and talent mapping
Lead talent review processes and support the development of high‑potential employees and critical roles
Develop, review, and communicate HR policies and the Employee Handbook in line with employment legislation
Champion organisational values and deliver engagement initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture
Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, probation, and exit processes
Act as a key point of contact for people‑related matters across the organisation
Manage employee relations cases, including performance, disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, and absence management
Deliver monthly workforce reporting with analysis to support commercial and strategic decisions
Collaborate with talent acquisition on learning, development, and future capability planning
Support HR operational activities, including payroll coordination and HR system data accuracy
Skills and Experience
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior or autonomous HR leadership role
Ability to work independently while contributing within a collaborative environment
Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Experience with Workday or similar HR systems is advantageous
CIPD or equivalent HR qualification required
Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation
Strong knowledge of employee relations and employment legislation
Payroll knowledge is beneficial
Ambition and motivation to progress within the organisation
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