Ready to partner with leaders and power the people behind progress? Are you a seasoned HR Business Partner ready to make an impact in a dynamic, people-focused organisation? We’re seeking a confident and proactive HR Business Partner to join our team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your generalist expertise to a role that touches every corner of the employee experience. You’ll lead a dynamic HR team, including payroll, partnering closely with business leaders and line managers to build people capability, ensure operational excellence and support business growth. Why Boccard? As we continue our journey of growth and expansion to serve the new era of nuclear energy, Boccard, is a leading specialist in engineering, manufacturing, construction and maintenance in the nuclear energy industry. Our work supports major projects like Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, contributing to the UK’s energy resilience and Net Zero goals. Joining us means being part of a company that values integrity, innovation and impact. What You’ll Be Doing: Working with the Global HR Department to implement HR policy aligned to the business plan and strategy Manage the recruitment and selection process Oversee and manage the performance appraisal system including the annual People Review Assess training needs, implement and monitor training programmes and ensure adherence to the training Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive competency matrix aligned with organisational goals, job roles, and career pathways. Manage employee relation cases with line managers to ensure process is followed, risk is managed and cases are managed appropriately. Report to management and provide key HR metrics Provide expertise, guidance in relation to employee relations and the application of company policy and national and site agreements. Provide guidance in relation to Immigration Law including carrying out the day-to-day Sponsorship Management System (SMS) activities (assigning certificates of sponsorship, reporting migrant worker activities etc) Build strong relationships with personnel across the business including managers and colleagues Liaise closely with the HSE Manager in relation to Occupational Health and Health & Wellbeing initiatives. What We’re Looking For: CIPD Level 7 (Chartered Member CIPD) or degree in Human Resources or a related field Proven HR and managerial experience Strong organisation, communication and conflict resolution skills Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills In-depth knowledge of employment law and HR best practice Good understanding of National Agreement for the Engineering Construction Industry (NAECI) or HPS Engineering Construction Sector Agreement (ECSA) Ability to build and manage effective interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company Experience of working in a multi-site organization Experience of overseeing monthly and weekly payrolls Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Benefits Car allowance Employer Pension contribution scheme 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Life Assurance x4 salary Health and Wellbeing Support including an employee assistance programme, free counselling, mental health first aiders and numerous wellbeing initiatives Apply now or reach out for more info. Let’s build the future together. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. As part of our employment screening process, all applicants will need to complete BPSS.