Organisational Design (Interim, 4 Months) – Senior People Business Partner
North East (hybrid working)
My client has an immediate requirement for an experienced Senior People Business Partner to lead key organisational effectiveness projects during a short-term assignment. This is a strategic, hands-on role with a strong emphasis on organisational design and operating model optimisation.
The successful candidate will drive one critical priority:
* Refining organisational design and Target Operating Models (TOMs) across multiple business areas following a recent headcount review
Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will simplify complex processes, strengthen collaboration, and ensure operating models are practical, clearly understood, and embedded.
Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
* Review and refine existing Target Operating Models, ensuring alignment with organisational design principles and business needs
* Identify gaps, overlaps, and inefficiencies in structures and ways of working
* Design and implement clear, consistent processes and interfaces between HR teams
* Produce practical, user-friendly documentation of how operating models work in practice
* Facilitate stakeholder engagement to embed changes and improve adoption
Criteria:
* Proven experience as a Senior People Business Partner in a complex organisation
* Strong organisational design and operating model development expertise (essential)
* Track record of delivering HR transformation or organisational effectiveness initiatives
* Highly skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and building strong working relationships
* Able to translate strategy into clear, actionable solutions
This is an excellent opportunity for a credible, delivery-focused HR leader who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys shaping how organisations work