HR Business Partner – Interim (3 months)

About the role

This interim role supports senior leaders in a public‑sector organisation based in Chesterfield. You will act as a strategic partner, providing high‑quality HR insight, challenge and support while working on a hybrid schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders to understand business priorities and workforce challenges.
• Provide strategic advice on organisational design, workforce planning, culture, performance and employee engagement.
• Use data and evidence to influence decision‑making and shape forward‑looking people strategies.
• Lead high‑risk or complex employee‑relations matters, ensuring a fair and legally sound approach.
• Anticipate ER risks, work proactively with managers to prevent escalation and support early resolution.
• Support the review, development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Advise on job design, pay grading, succession planning, talent development and recruitment strategies.
• Identify resourcing priorities with directorates and translate them into actionable workforce plans.

Required profile

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience working at a senior HR Business Partner level.
• Experience in a public‑sector environment is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex change programmes.

Required skills

• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Excellent analytical and data‑driven decision‑making abilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate up to £23.37.
• Hybrid working with 2‑3 days on‑site per week.