We are recruiting an experienced HR Business Partner to join an established organisation on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations casework and reviewing and updating HR policies, alongside providing pragmatic HR advice and support to managers across the organisation.

The role

Working closely with managers and senior stakeholders, you will provide confident, practical HR support across a broad range of people matters.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied portfolio of complex ER casework, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability and performance matters
• Coaching and advising managers on employee relations issues, ensuring cases are managed fairly and consistently
• Reviewing, updating and developing HR policies and procedures, ensuring they reflect current UK employment legislation and organisational requirements
• Supporting managers to interpret and confidently apply HR policies
• Partnering with stakeholders to provide practical HR advice and guidance
• Identifying themes and risks arising from ER cases and recommending appropriate interventions
• Supporting wider HR projects and change activity as required

About you

You will be an experienced HR Business Partner, HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor who can quickly establish credibility and operate effectively from day one.
You will ideally bring:

• Strong, demonstrable Employee Relations case management experience
• Experience of reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures
• Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous

This would suit an HR professional who enjoys a genuinely hands-on role where they can combine complex ER work with meaningful policy development and make an immediate impact during the six-month assignment.

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