HR Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join a growing business in Hemel Hempstead. The role will support two distinct business cultures following a recent acquisition and will be responsible for embedding HR best practice across both organisations. Flexible working options, including a four‑day week, are available.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to understand business objectives and deliver effective people solutions.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters such as disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence and restructuring cases.
• Support the delivery of the people strategy and contribute to wider business objectives.
• Analyse people data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and transformation projects.
• Coach and influence managers to develop leadership capability and drive best practice.
• Ensure HR policies and practices remain compliant with employment legislation.
• Promote employee engagement, retention and performance improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner working with both commercial and operational teams.
• Strong emotional intelligence with the ability to influence, coach and build trust at all levels.
• Confidence managing complex employee relations matters while balancing commercial priorities.
• Resilience, patience and credibility to influence diverse audiences.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent contract.
• Flexible start and finish times.
• Option to work a four‑day week.
• Opportunity to shape HR function in a newly acquired business.