Interim Senior People Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Interim Senior People Specialist to support a fast‑paced client group in Birmingham. This rolling monthly contract (up to six months) will involve partnering with managers across IT, Sales and Customer Service to enhance employee relations and drive organisational change.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner, providing pragmatic advice to managers on performance, grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Lead employee‑relations cases and coach managers through complex stakeholder situations.
• Support organisational design initiatives, including consultations, team restructures and change projects.
• Use workforce data and talent metrics to monitor progress, develop career pathways and inform decision‑making.
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and the wider People team on continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Background in matrixed organisations, preferably within tech, professional services or legal sectors.
• Strong experience in employee‑relations case management (performance, grievances, disciplinaries).
• Proven ability to deliver small‑to‑medium change projects independently.
• Data‑driven mindset with the ability to demonstrate impact through metrics.
• Confident coach with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive day rate paid via PAYE (inside IR35).
• Hybrid working model (2‑3 days on‑site).
• Exposure to organisational design and change projects.
• Fast‑paced, well‑established environment with strong HR practices.