HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner 9-month FTC 55,000 - 60,000 Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid)

My client are seeking a commercially minded and confident HR Business Partner to support senior stakeholders and drive people strategy across the business. This is a true partnering role requiring strong stakeholder management capability, solid employee relations experience, and the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels.

You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, balancing business objectives with people-focused solutions while maintaining high standards of fairness, empathy, and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leaders to deliver the people strategy aligned to business goals
• Provide confident, constructive challenge and push back where appropriate
• Coach and influence managers on performance, engagement, and organisational effectiveness
• Lead and manage complex Employee Relations (ER) cases including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and absence
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and employment law
• Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning
• Analyse people data to inform decision-making and improve performance
• Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performance culture

Skills:

• CIPD qualified (desirable)
• Proven experience operating as a solid HR Business Partner in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility quickly
• Demonstrated confidence in pushing back and providing consultative challenge
• Significant Employee Relations experience, including complex case management
• High levels of empathy and emotional intelligence
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset

Package:

• 55,000 - 60,000 basic
• Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office