Job Title: HR Business Partner
Location: Leicester (with regular UK travel)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000 + Benefits
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced and driven HR Business Partner to join our team in Leicester, supporting multiple UK sites through regular travel. This is a high-impact role with a strong focus on Employee Relations, partnering closely with senior leaders to drive business performance through effective people strategies.
As a trusted HR advisor, you'll play a central role in leading and resolving complex ER cases, building leadership capability, and supporting change management initiatives across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert advice and hands-on support in managing complex Employee Relations issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, absence, and performance concerns
* Coach and support managers to build ER competence and ensure fair, consistent people management practices
* Partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals
* Lead on organisational change initiatives such as restructures, TUPE, and redundancies
* Drive employee engagement, well-being, and retention initiatives
* Collaborate with HR Centres of Excellence (e.g. Talent, Reward, Learning & Development) to deliver strategic projects
* Analyse HR metrics and provide insights to inform decisions and continuous improvement
About You:
* CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience
* Strong track record in an HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist role
* Extensive Employee Relations experience, including complex case management and supporting managers through change
* Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR policies
* Confident communicator and influencer, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
* Flexible and able to travel regularly to UK sites (full UK driving licence essential)
What We Offer:
* A collaborative and inclusive working environment
* A varied and challenging role with the ability to shape and influence
* Competitive salary package with excellent benefits, pension, and other benefits
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Apply Now
If you're a commercially minded HR professional with a passion for Employee Relations and business partnering, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.