Senior HR Business Partner - 12 Month FTC

Senior HR Business Partner – 12 Month FTC

Locations: Manchester, Bristol or Birmingham
Salary: Up to £65,000
Contract: 12 Months, Fixed Term Contract

We are hiring a Senior HR Business Partner on behalf of our professional services client for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the flexibility to be based in either Manchester, Bristol or Birmingham. This is a hybrid role offering a balance of remote and in-office working.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop in-depth understanding of the aligned business group to anticipate HR needs and provide expert HR solutions and advice.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders to influence and implement strategic initiatives in Talent Management, Performance, Diversity and Inclusion, Wellbeing, and CSR.
• Collaborate with managers to implement and develop Group People Plan and support the achievement of business objectives.
• Provide expertise in handling complex employee relations and employment tribunal cases.
• Lead transformation initiatives, including organisational restructuring, TUPE, and change management.
• Partner with recruitment to ensure resource planning aligns with business needs.
• Drive future talent initiatives such as graduate and apprenticeship programs.
• Work with stakeholders on performance reviews, salary reviews, and promotions to ensure fairness and consistency.
• Stay up-to-date with employment law to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Senior HR Business Partner, with strong employee relations and change management skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with senior managers and drive high-performance cultures.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading transformation projects, including TUPE and organisational restructures.
• CIPD qualification or relevant experience in HR strategy and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills, able to present complex information clearly.