Job Description
We are partnering with a major, market‑leading retail group to recruit a People Partner to join their expanding team on a permanent basis. Operating across multiple brands and channels, the organisation continues to grow rapidly through ongoing investment, acquisition and large‑scale transformation.
This is a full‑time role offering a salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience. The start date will align with your notice period.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Leading organisation design activity, ensuring structures, roles and capabilities are aligned to business objectives and future growth
* Developing and deliver People Plans for key business areas, translating the wider People Strategy into practical, measurable actions
* Partnering with senior stakeholders to improve talent attraction, retention and development, supporting robust succession planning
* Providing proactive guidance to managers on employee relations, performance and engagement to build high‑performing teams
* Collaborating with specialist People teams to deliver transformational change projects and embed new ways of working
* Acting as a visible advocate for the organisation’s purpose and values, shaping a culture where behaviours align consistently
* Using data and insight to diagnose organisational issues, influence decision‑making and drive continuous improvement in people and business performance
Experience required:
* Proven HR and business partnering experience within fast‑paced, multi‑site and complex organisations
* Strong track record of partnering with a range of Head Office functions to deliver people solutions
* Experience operating within high‑performing, customer‑centric environments, ideally within retail or service‑led sectors
* Broad expertise across the employee lifecycle, including talent management, retention, organisational design and engagement
* Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Demonstrated capability in shaping, leading and delivering people initiatives and change projects
* Confident in interpreting data and insights to inform decisions and drive positive organisational outcomes
* Resilient, assertive and adaptable, with the ability to work under pressure and navigate setbacks constructively
Rewards and Benefits:
* Flexible working hours
* 3% employer contribution
* Wellbeing, health and financial support available 24/7
* Low‑cost gym membership and access to fitness classes and wellbeing resources
* Ride to Work scheme
* 20% staff discount across all brands
* Reward and recognition programmes, including monthly awards and referral bonuses
* Access to an online learning and wellbeing platform
Working hours:
* 40 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, 9am-6pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.