Are you an experienced HR professional ready to take the lead in a dynamic, multi-site environment? We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused HR Business Partner to drive forward the HR agenda and support operational teams across Gloucester and Manchester.
This is a hands-on role where your expertise in employee relations, policy development, and team leadership will make a real impact. You’ll be working closely with managers and staff to deliver a high-quality HR service, while mentoring and empowering a HR Advisor (and ideally a HR Administrator).
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead and manage complex ER cases, including appeals, grievances, and absence
* Support the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance, and development
* Streamline HR processes to suit a growing business
* Create, maintain, and roll out HR policies
* Act as HR lead in change management, including TUPE and redundancy consultations
* Build strong relationships with line managers to understand and support their needs
* Empower the HR Advisor to confidently support operational teams
* Collaborate with the wider HR team to embed new strategies and initiatives
* Maintain accurate records and produce reports as needed
* Travel occasionally to the Manchester site as part of your remit
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience managing a HR Advisor and operating at Senior Advisor level
* Strong ER background with hands-on case management
* Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
* Confident communicator with great problem-solving and organisational skills
* Comfortable working independently and across multiple sites
* Experience with TUPE and redundancy processes
* Ability to interpret policies and offer pragmatic, people-focused solutions
* CIPD Level 5 or equivalent
Perks & Working Style
* £43,000 salary
* Working days - office hours
* Hybrid working available (planned around site-based operational teams)
* Modern, collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to shape and influence HR practices across two key locations
Ready to take the next step in your HR career?
Apply now and help us build a stronger, more people-focused workplace