Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to support a period of organisational change within a complex, fast-paced environment. This role requires a start in April and will act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, driving people-focused change, strengthening workforce capability, and ensuring a positive and inclusive culture during a time of transformation.
Client Details
Our client is a large, values-led organisation based in Leeds, operating a hybrid working model. They are undergoing a period of organisational development and are committed to creating an inclusive, people-centred culture. The successful candidate will work with senior leaders across multiple sites and functions to drive meaningful change.
Description
As HR Business Partner, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver a high-quality, proactive HR service. You will play a critical role in organisational design, workforce planning, talent development, and employee relations.
Key focus areas include:
* Shaping and implementing people strategies aligned to organisational priorities
* Coaching and supporting leaders through business change
* Leading on complex employee relations and cultural development activity
* Driving performance management, talent pipelines, and workforce capability
* Ensuring compliance with employment legislation, regulatory standards, and internal policy
* Analysing HR metrics to support data-driven decision making
* Building strong cross-functional relationships to embed positive cultural behaviours
This is a hands-on, operational role that also contributes to strategic projects, working collaboratively as part of a wider people function.
Profile
We are looking for a confident, influential HR professional who can start quickly and add immediate value.
Ideal experience includes:
* Strong background as a HR Business Partner in complex environments
* Exposure to NHS, healthcare, or trade unionised settings (highly desirable)
* Experience supporting organisational change and cultural transformation
* Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to build trust quickly
* Strong ER expertise, with experience handling complex cases
* Comfortable working at pace and balancing operational and strategic needs
* Able to interpret HR data and influence decisions
* Warm, values-driven approach with a commitment to inclusive practice
Availability for a swift start is important due to the time-sensitive nature of the role.
Job Offer
* Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
* Contract: 6-month Fixed Term Contract
* Location: Leeds (Hybrid working)