The People Partner (Maternity Cover) will provide hands‑on HR support to the business during maternity leave. This role is focused on supporting the HR team, maintaining continuity, and ensuring smooth delivery of existing HR projects and processes.
The People Partner will work closely with the HR team and Finance Director, providing guidance on employee relations, HR operations, and recruitment, while sharing expertise to develop the HR Advisor.
This role is focused on supporting and delivering existing HR activities, rather than leading the HR function or introducing new strategies.
Duties / Responsibilities:
* Act as a point of expertise for complex HR queries, supporting the HR team as needed.
* Ensure day‑to‑day HR matters are addressed effectively, keeping processes and standards consistent across the business.
* Support the HR Advisor and People & Culture Officer in their roles, providing guidance, coaching, and practical HR expertise.
* Assist in the development of the HR Advisor towards a Junior HR Business Partner capability.
* Support the HR team in progressing existing HR projects and initiatives, including:
* Employee engagement survey rollout and follow‑up actions
* Onboarding and employee experience improvements
* Performance management processes
* Adoption and use of the new HRIS
* Ensure ongoing HR projects continue on schedule during the maternity cover period.
* Provide support on ER35 employment law changes, helping the team implement any required actions.
* Ensure HR practices remain compliant with UK employment legislation and internal policies.
* Provide HR support for any EU store expansions, working alongside external advisors where required.
* Assist the HR team with any employment queries related to international locations.
* Support recruitment activities with the People & Culture Officer to ensure a smooth, consistent, and compliant hiring process.
* Maintain current recruitment processes and practices.
* Provide HR input and guidance to the Internal Communications Executive where people‑related communication is required.
Knowledge / Skills / Experience:
* Experience of working in fast paced SME
* Experienced, hands on HR professional
* Strong employee relations knowledge
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