Location: East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 13:30 – 00:00 (with flexibility)
Department: HR
Shape the Future of People at DHL
Are you a confident and commercially minded HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment? We’re looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team at EMA Airport, where you’ll play a pivotal role in driving performance, engagement, and culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with senior leaders, influence business strategy, and make a real impact in a dynamic and growing organisation. You’ll operate at the heart of the business balancing support and challenge to enable high performance and continuous improvement.
Why Join DHL
As part of a global organisation that continues to grow, DHL offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
* Competitive salary + unsociable hours allowance
* Annual bonus (up to 5%, based on company performance)
* Free onsite parking
* My DHL Rewards – discounts & cashback at 3,000+ retailers
* Pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution
* DHL Share Purchase Plan (from 3 months)
* Private Medical Insurance (from 12 months)
* Enhanced maternity pay (from 12 months)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* CIS Induction – fully funded immersion into our values
* HealthyMinds – Employee Assistance Programme
* Occupational Health support
What You’ll Be Doing
* Provide expert advice and challenge to managers on complex people matters
* Manage and analyse ER cases, identifying trends and insights
* Deliver engaging training on employee relations and employment law
* Partner with legal advisors on complex employee relations issues
* Stay ahead of employment law updates and HR trends
* Drive performance through LEADS processes, including succession planning and talent development
* Lead and support organisational change initiatives (e.g. restructures, TUPE, relocations)
* Build capability by identifying skills gaps and delivering development solutions
* Use data and insights to influence decision‑making and improve performance
* Champion digital HR tools and drive adoption across the business
* Coach and develop managers to build confidence and consistency in people management
* Build strong, trusted relationships across the business and wider DHL network
What We’re Looking For
* Proven HR experience (or leadership role with significant people responsibility)
* HR Business Partner experience within a large organisation (desirable)
* CIPD Level 5 (essential) | CIPD Level 7 or Master’s (desirable)
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations
* Excellent influencing, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
* Strategic mindset with the ability to translate insight into action
* Resilience and confidence managing complex, sensitive situations
* Strong problem‑solving ability and attention to detail
* Continuous improvement mindset
* TUPE knowledge (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join DHL and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in everything we do.
Closing Date: 3rd June
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