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HR Business Partner
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About The Company
The Portfolio Group is a reputable global organization specializing in engineering, project management, and consultancy services across a diverse range of highly regulated sectors. Known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and delivering complex, high-value projects, the company has established a strong reputation for excellence and reliability. With a focus on long-term growth and strategic development, The Portfolio Group operates in multiple regions, supporting clients in industries such as infrastructure, nuclear, energy, and engineering. The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, emphasizing continuous improvement, technological advancement, and the development of its people. Its dedication to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility makes it a leader in its field and an employer of choice for talented professionals worldwide.
About The Role
We are delighted to be partnering with The Portfolio Group to support the appointment of an experienced People Business Partner. This pivotal role is designed for a strategic HR professional who can operate at a senior level, influencing and shaping the organization’s people strategy across multiple projects and business units. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to develop and implement initiatives that drive organizational performance, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact the business positively by providing expert HR guidance on complex employee relations, organizational change, workforce planning, and talent development. As a trusted advisor, you will be instrumental in fostering a high-performance culture and supporting the company’s growth ambitions in a challenging and dynamic environment.
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Qualifications
- CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent, with Chartered membership preferred.
- Proven experience as a senior HR or People Business Partner, ideally within consultancy, engineering, infrastructure, nuclear, or other highly regulated project-based environments.
- Extensive expertise in employee relations, including managing complex and sensitive cases independently.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application in the workplace.
- Experience supporting organizational change, restructuring, and transformation initiatives.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders effectively.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience using people data to support strategic decision-making.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities
- Partner with senior leaders to develop and deliver people plans aligned with business objectives, ensuring strategic consistency across teams.
- Provide expert HR advice and challenge to stakeholders at all levels, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.
- Lead and manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary actions, grievances, performance management, absence issues, restructures, redundancies, and TUPE transfers.
- Support organizational change initiatives, including workforce planning, restructuring, and transformation programs, ensuring smooth implementation and stakeholder engagement.
- Analyze people data and trends to inform strategic decisions, identify risks, and uncover opportunities for development and improvement.
- Drive consistency and quality across HR processes, policies, and practices, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Coach and develop managers to enhance leadership capabilities, people management skills, and employee engagement.
- Contribute to broader HR projects such as organizational design, talent initiatives, diversity, equity & inclusion programs, and process optimization.
- Champion the use of emerging technologies, including AI and data analytics, to enhance HR services and support business outcomes.
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Benefits
- A competitive base salary of £75,000 per annum.
- £5,000 car allowance to support mobility and travel needs.
- Hybrid working model with regular presence in a modern Central London office located in Covent Garden.
- Opportunities to work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic people initiatives.
- Exposure to complex and impactful projects within a growing international organization.
- A supportive and collaborative culture that values innovation, expertise, and continuous professional development.
- Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career progression pathways.
Equal Opportunity
The Portfolio Group is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and all employees are valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that a diverse workforce drives innovation, enhances decision-making, and reflects the communities we serve. All recruitment, hiring, and employment practices are conducted based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, ensuring fairness and equal opportunity for all candidates and employees.
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