HR Business Partner

  • Ashley Kate HR & Finance
  • City, Derby
  • May 09, 2026
Seasonal HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Ashley Kate HR are working with a dynamic, fast-paced organisation to recruit an experienced temporary HR Business Partner for an urgent short-term assignment starting week commencing 11th May. Hybrid working available and the office is in Derby.

This hands-on, operational role will see you supporting two key areas of the UK business alongside providing support to a finance-aligned team within a European matrix structure. Reporting to the HR Director, you will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Finance Director, providing expert guidance across day-to-day people matters, managing employee relations cases (including more complex outcomes where needed), supporting ongoing people and cultural projects, and helping to update policies and processes in line with upcoming ERA changes.

This role requires someone who can quickly build credibility, operate at pace, and confidently handle disciplinaries and grievances, while adding value through practical, commercially focused HR support. You will be supported by a strong HR Administrator handling transactional activity, allowing you to focus on higher-level partnering.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced HRBP, comfortable in a fast-moving,environment, with strong ER knowledge and the ability to hit the ground running in a short-term assignment of circa one month. Salary is 45,000- 50,000 pro rata, with hybrid working and occasional travel as required.

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