HR Business Partner | 9-month FTC | £55,000 - £60,000 | Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid)
My client are seeking a commercially minded and confident HR Business Partner to support senior stakeholders and drive people strategy across the business. This is a true partnering role requiring strong stakeholder management capability, solid employee relations experience, and the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels.
You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, balancing business objectives with people-focused solutions while maintaining high standards of fairness, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
Responsibilities:
* Partner with senior leaders to deliver the people strategy aligned to business goals
* Provide confident, constructive challenge and push back where appropriate
* Coach and influence managers on performance, engagement, and organisational effectiveness
* Lead and manage complex Employee Relations (ER) cases including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and absence
* Ensure consistent application of HR policies and employment law
* Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning
* Analyse people data to inform decision-making and improve performance
* Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performance culture
Skills:
* CIPD qualified (desirable)
* Proven experience operating as a solid HR Business Partner in a fast-paced environment
* Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility quickly
* Demonstrated confidence in pushing back and providing consultative challenge
* Significant Employee Relations experience, including complex case management
* High levels of empathy and emotional intelligence
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law
* Commercially aware with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset
Package:
* £55,000 - £60,000 basic
* Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office