Associate People Team Business Partner
Location: Kings Hill, West Malling (Hybrid)
Reports to: People Team Business Partner
We’re looking for an Associate People Partner to support managers and employees across the UK, providing practical HR guidance and leading on day‑to‑day employee relations. This is a developmental HR Business Partner role, ideal for someone ready to grow their partnering capability and take on increasing ownership across the employee lifecycle.
What you’ll be doing
* Act as the first point of contact for managers on everyday People matters.
* Advise on policies, procedures, and employment best practice.
* Support performance management, absence, probation, and conduct issues.
* Lead low–medium complexity ER cases, including investigations and reports.
* Guide managers through disciplinary and grievance processes.
* Support performance reviews, development planning, and capability improvement.
* Contribute to People projects such as policy updates, engagement and wellbeing initiatives, and organisational change.
* Help maintain a positive workplace environment across key sites.
* Ensure compliance with employment law and internal policies.
* Support core HR processes and identify opportunities to improve employee experience.
What you’ll bring
* Experience in a people-focused role (HR Advisor/Officer or similar).
* CIPD Level 5.
* Strong understanding of UK employment law fundamentals.
* Experience leading ER investigations.
* Confident communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
* Professionalism, discretion, and strong organisational skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with stakeholders at all levels.
Desirable
* Experience managing disciplinary or grievance processes end‑to‑end.
* Experience using HR systems and people data.
Who you are
Approachable, resilient, commercially aware, and confident handling ER matters with good judgement. You bring a calm, fair, and objective approach to supporting people and managers.
Please note: Amtivo does not accept unsolicited CVs from external agencies. All recruitment is managed by our internal Talent Team.
At Amtivo, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where authenticity thrives. We believe that true collaboration stems from valuing every individual’s unique perspective and experience. Our commitment to agility empowers us to adapt and innovate, driving superior performance. Upholding the highest standards of integrity, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and inspired to contribute their best.
Amtivo Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, or medical history.