HR Business Partner/HR Manager

HR Business Partner

Location: London

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (5 days in Office) Based in Central London

Reporting To: CEO & Group HR Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to join our growing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused HR professional to work closely with senior leadership, providing strategic and operational HR support across the business.

As the HR Business Partner, you will play a key role in driving employee engagement, supporting business objectives, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation, and delivering best-practice HR initiatives. You will be a trusted advisor to managers and employees, helping to create a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

HR Strategy & Business Partnering

• Partner with leadership teams to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.

• Provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organisational development.

• Support managers in making effective people management decisions.

Employee Relations & Employee Development

• Act as the first point of contact for HR-related matters and employee relations issues.

• Support and advise managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and capability processes.

• Promote employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.

• Identify training and development needs and coordinate learning opportunities.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities, working with hiring managers and external recruitment partners.

• Develop effective talent acquisition strategies to attract high-quality candidates.

• Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new employees and support successful integration into the business.

Compliance & HR Administration

• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, company policies, and HR best practices.

• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.

• Support HR reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.

• Assist with policy development and implementation.

Administration & Operational Support

• Oversee HR administrative processes and support efficient business operations.

• Coordinate with internal departments and external service providers where required.

• Support budget management for HR and administrative activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in an HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor, or similar HR generalist role.

• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.

• Experience managing employee relations cases and advising managers.

• Proven recruitment and talent acquisition experience.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.

• Ability to work independently whilst collaborating effectively with senior leaders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.

• Experience working within engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based environments.

• Experience supporting multi-site operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Company pension scheme

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to influence and shape HR initiatives within a growing business

• Employee wellbeing support programmes

• Annual leave entitlement plus public holidays

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Apply Today

If you are a motivated HR professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV outlining your suitability for the role.