People & Culture Partner
Permanent, Full Time
London/Dundee (Hybrid, travel between both sites)
Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits
Rooted in community and driven by purpose, DC Thomson is a family-owned business headquartered in Scotland, with a flagship office in London and a global presence. For over 200 years, we have been championing, entertaining, and connecting communities through some of the UK’s most loved media brands. From iconic titles like The Press and Journal, The Scots Magazine, and Beano, to trusted technology businesses, our diverse portfolio improves lives and strengthens communities.
We are investing in data, technology, and talent to shape the future of media, driving deeper insights into what really matters to our customers. This is an exciting time to join a purpose-led organisation committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic People & Culture Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping the way we work. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your impact will be felt across the organisation. You will focus on organisational development, change management, and continuous improvement to ensure the company adapts and thrives amid transformation.
What You’ll Do
* Partner strategically with senior leaders to shape and deliver people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and growth.
* Lead organisational change with confidence, supporting the evolution of business structures and embedding new ways of working.
* Coach and empower managers to build high-performing teams, develop leadership excellence, and create an environment where people thrive.
* Champion talent and skills, supporting succession planning, workforce development, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Drive innovation in HR practice by leveraging data and insights to guide decision-making and challenge traditional approaches.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience in HR business partnering within complex, fast-paced environments.
* Depth of knowledge across employee relations, policy, benefits, and organisational development.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels.
* A future-focused, commercially aware mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
* Resilience and adaptability, thriving amid change and ambiguity.
Why Join Us?
At DC Thomson, your work will have real impact. You’ll be part of a team dedicated to evolving our ways of working, enabling continuous improvement, and delivering business efficiency. You will help shape a flexible, collaborative, and learning-led culture where people and communities thrive.
To Apply
For further information or to apply, please contact our retained Recruitment Partner:
Emma Pringle, Iconic Resourcing
T: 07734 960 876
E: emma.pringle@iconicresourcing.com