People Business Partner – 3‑Month Fixed‑Term

About the role

Our client, a national organisation headquartered in Newcastle, is looking for an experienced People Business Partner on a three‑month fixed‑term contract. The role provides immediate, hands‑on HR support across a broad range of activities during a period of heightened operational demand.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver day‑to‑day HR support across operational and strategic activities in a commercial environment.
• Build strong relationships with leaders to ensure a consistent, high‑quality HR service.
• Support the HR leadership team with change initiatives, including TUPE processes where required.
• Review and update People policies and procedures in line with legislative changes.
• Provide best‑practice HR advice and guidance to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Contribute to change management and transformation initiatives.
• Lead and support a variety of short‑term HR projects.
• Manage employee‑relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and organisational change.
• Advise senior managers on performance management, talent development and training.
• Coach and mentor a small team of People Advisors to ensure consistent delivery.

Required profile

• Immediately or imminently available and able to commit to a three‑month fixed‑term contract.
• Strong commercial acumen with a confident, pragmatic partnering style.
• Proven ability to engage, influence and support senior stakeholders effectively.
• Experience leading key HR projects and communications within tight timeframes.
• Capability to deliver operational change management and organisational development activities.
• Background at HR Business Partner or HR Manager level in fast‑paced, professional environments.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.