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HR Business Partner – 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Midlands
Lead the People Agenda. Drive Performance. Deliver Change.
Arriva UK Bus is undergoing an exciting period of transformation, and we are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support this journey on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role will be instrumental in shaping and delivering the people strategy across multiple depot sites, with a strong focus on employee relations, cultural development, organisational change, and performance improvement.
If you're a confident, hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment — this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert support on employee and industrial relations, managing a high volume of ER casework with professionalism and consistency
* Ensure disciplinary and grievance processes are delivered in line with company procedures and employment legislation
* Support and participate in pay and policy negotiations and central committee discussions
* Build and maintain strong relationships with trade union representatives, acting as a trusted liaison
* Lead the engagement agenda across sites, working with leaders to improve employee experience and performance
* Deliver all core HR processes: performance management, absence management, pay and bonus reviews, talent reviews, and succession planning
* Partner with operational leaders to reduce attrition, improve retention, and implement change programmes
* Support recruitment standards and partner with CoEs as needed to deliver effective resourcing
* Contribute to the broader HR strategic plan, leading and supporting local and national HR projects
* Provide data insights and reporting on ER, absence, and workforce trends to support proactive decision-making
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor role
* Strong understanding of employee and industrial relations in a unionised environment
* Experience supporting multiple sites or a regional HR remit
* Demonstrated ability to coach, influence, and build relationships with operational leaders
* Experience delivering change initiatives, organisational development, and HR projects
* Strong attention to detail, professional judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities
* Confident in using HR data and analytics to support business improvement
* Resilient, proactive, and solution-focused in approach
Why Join Us on a Fixed Term Contract?
This 6-month FTC offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact people agenda at a time of real change and transformation. You'll work in partnership with senior leaders across the business and help shape a more engaged, high-performing workforce. In return, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide HR remit and work as part of a collaborative and ambitious people team.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Human Resources
* Industries
Truck Transportation
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