We’re looking for a confident and proactive Employment Business Partner to join our HR & Payroll team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on employee relations, shape people practices and support managers across the business in delivering high‑quality employment solutions.
What you’ll be doing:
* Act as the first point of contact for employee relations issues, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant advice and support.
* Line‑manage and develop HR Advisors, including appraisals, 1:1s and training support.
* Coach and support managers across the organisation to get the best from their teams.
* Lead on HR projects such as performance management, wellbeing, learning & development and change management.
* Oversee recruitment processes to ensure they are effective, inclusive and value for money.
* Review KPIs, policies and procedures, driving improvements and innovation in HR services.
* Support payroll and HR compliance, including DBS checks, GDPR and reporting to regulatory bodies.
* Play an active role in promoting Equality, Diversity & Inclusion across the organisation.
About you:
* CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR qualification (or proven experience at a senior level).
* Experience leading on a broad range of HR issues such as grievances, disciplinaries, restructures, redundancies and TUPE.
* Proven management experience with a track record of supporting and developing staff.
* Strong knowledge of employment law and its practical application.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels.
* Organised, proactive and solutions‑focused with strong judgement and critical reasoning skills.
* Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
About us:
At Greatwell Homes we own and manage around 5,000 homes with a £23 million turnover. Our mission is to partner with customers and communities to shape places people are proud to call home. We’re a progressive, forward‑thinking housing association committed to delivering excellent services for our customers and a great working environment for our colleagues.
In return you will benefit from:
* 25 days annual leave
* Health cash plan (following probation)
* Flexible working arrangements
* Access to the Social Housing Pension Scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Eyecare vouchers
* Gym membership
* Life milestone awards
* Pensions
* Perkbox access
* Simply health
Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early for the right candidate.
Interviews will be held over Teams week commencing 15th September 2025.
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