HR Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) on a permanent basis to join our London Mission Critical team. You will provide strategic and operational HR support, acting as a trusted advisor to our leadership teams and shaping our people strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Provide guidance on HR policies, people matters and support delivery of HR strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor on employment law, HR best practice and organisational change.
• Partner with leaders to drive a high‑performance culture and equitable people practices.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, investigations and performance improvement.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning and talent development to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Manage the employee lifecycle from recruitment through onboarding, performance, development and off‑boarding.
• Oversee compensation and benefits to ensure competitiveness and alignment with market strategy.
• Analyse HR metrics to support decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Lead HR projects, change initiatives and development programmes.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or equivalent senior HR role.
• Strong employee‑relations experience handling sensitive matters.
• In‑depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment legislation and compliance.
• Relevant industry experience, preferably within architecture, engineering or geospatial services.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR projects and support change initiatives.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity, with ability to embed inclusive practices.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Career development pathways with international exposure and learning resources.
• Supportive, collaborative culture recognised as a Great Place to Work®.
• Meaningful work that contributes to improving quality of life worldwide.