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HR Business Partner
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About The Company
The Portfolio Group is a reputable recruitment agency specializing in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations across various industries. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and integrity, The Portfolio Group partners with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from innovative startups to established multinational corporations. The company prides itself on delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet the unique needs of each client, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and mutual success. With a dedicated team of industry experts, The Portfolio Group continuously strives to identify top-tier talent and support organizations in achieving their strategic objectives through effective human capital management.
About The Role
We are excited to partner with a prominent international engineering and project management organization as they seek to expand their People function with the addition of an experienced People Business Partner. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to influence and shape the company's people strategy within a high-stakes, regulated environment. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing expert guidance on a broad spectrum of HR matters, including employee relations, organizational change, workforce planning, and talent development. This position demands a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of balancing the complexities of compliance, employee engagement, and business performance. The role provides significant exposure to executive stakeholders and the chance to make a tangible impact on both the organization's success and its employee experience.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in HR principles, complemented by extensive practical experience in complex, regulated environments. Essential qualifications include CIPD Level 7 certification or an equivalent credential, along with Chartered CIPD membership. Demonstrated success in operating as a senior HR or People Business Partner, particularly within consultancy, engineering, infrastructure, nuclear, or other high-regulation sectors, is highly desirable. Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of UK employment law, with proven ability to manage sensitive employee relations cases independently. Strong analytical skills, coupled with excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities, are essential for success in this role. The ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders effectively, alongside experience supporting organizational change and transformation initiatives, will set candidates apart.
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Responsibilities
- Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement people strategies aligned with overall business objectives, ensuring a cohesive approach to talent management and organizational development.
- Provide commercially focused 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 processes, ensuring compliance and fair outcomes.
- Support organizational change initiatives, workforce planning efforts, and transformation programs to facilitate smooth transitions and maximize employee engagement.
- Analyze people data and trends to inform strategic decision-making, identify opportunities for improvement, and support evidence-based HR practices.
- Drive consistency across HR policies, processes, and practices, promoting standardization and efficiency throughout the organization.
- Coach and develop managers to enhance their leadership capabilities and effective people management skills, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Contribute to broader HR projects, including organizational design, talent acquisition, diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, and process optimization efforts.
- Champion the use of technology, data analytics, and emerging tools such as artificial intelligence to enhance HR services and support business outcomes.
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Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of £75,000, reflecting the seniority and expertise required for the role.
- Additional car allowance of £5,000 to support mobility and flexibility.
- Hybrid working model, combining remote work with regular presence at a modern office located in Covent Garden, Central London.
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic people decisions across a global organization.
- Exposure to complex and meaningful projects within a growing international business, offering substantial career development prospects.
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation, expertise, and continuous improvement, fostering a positive working environment.
Equal Opportunity
The Portfolio Group and our client are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and equal opportunities are provided to all candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. Our client ensures a fair and transparent recruitment process, and we are dedicated to promoting equality throughout all stages of employment.
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