Assistant People and Culture Business Partner
NSFT Jobs, Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom
Posted 3 days ago – fixed term maternity cover until 30th September 2026
Previous applicants need not apply.
Responsibilities
* Provide specialist advice and support to managers and teams within a designated locality, helping to deliver quality patient‑focused services and achieve business goals.
* Support the planning and implementation of people and culture strategies, including workforce modernisation, role redesign, and organisational development projects.
* Champion best practice in human resource management, coaching managers in excellent people management and supporting the implementation of the People and Culture Strategy.
* Manage a caseload of complex employee relations work, providing proactive advice and ensuring compliance with policy and legislation.
* Lead and supervise designated People and Culture Advisors, providing professional leadership, guidance, and development.
* Analyse workforce data and staff feedback to identify issues and develop creative, effective interventions.
What We’re Looking For
* CIPD qualified (postgraduate diploma) or working towards CIPD qualification, or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
* Experience advising managers on a wide range of people and culture operational issues (e.g., grievance, disciplinary, absence management).
* Strong consultancy, customer service, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload and conflicting deadlines.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate business needs into creative solutions.
* Comprehensive knowledge of employment law, equality and diversity, and best practice in people and culture.
* Friendly, approachable, and confident, with a positive ‘can do’ attitude and a commitment to collaborative working.
Why Work for Us?
We are a forward‑thinking organisation that values compassion, inclusion, and continuous improvement. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities and a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk?
The people here are warm and welcoming, you’ll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We’re an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich. Our villages, towns, and cities are packed full of history, independent cafés, shops, and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top‑ranking schooling, and affordable house prices too.
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Vickie Miller
Job title: People & Culture Business Partner
Email address: vickie.miller@nsft.nhs.uk
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries: Mental Health Care
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