HR Business Partner

  • Michelle Simpson HR Recruitment Ltd
  • Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
  • Mar 19, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Our client is a successful global organisation with multiple sites worldwide. They are looking to recruit a skilled HR Business Partner to manage People related activity for a designated client group of this fast-moving and innovative business based in the North East.

Reporting to the UK HR Lead, the role will provide key stakeholders and leaders with a high-quality HR service within a fast-moving, commercial environment. Main responsibilities include:

  • Management of all HR activity at operational and strategic levels within a complex and fast changing environment.
  • Provide HR direction and support to the site leadership team and employees to maximise overall employee contribution to the achievement of business objectives.
  • Support senior management through change management activities.
  • Proactive engagement with Union representatives to achieve and maximise business objectives.
  • Lead on complex employee relations cases.
  • Support and develop site engagement strategies.
  • Influence and engage senior managers in performance management activity.
  • Lead on the annual site Learning & Development TNA.
  • Develop and deliver L&D initiatives.
  • Support and coach senior stakeholders in recruitment activity and workforce planning.
  • Lead continuous improvement activities and projects.

The successful applicant will:

  • Have a proven track record of delivering a high standard of HR service from within a commercial or industrial environment.
  • Have proven experience at the HR Advisor, Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner level.
  • Be a strong communicator and able to work with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Be data driven.

The role is predominantly site based offering 1 day working from home per week.