Interim HR Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to support a multi‑site organisation in Kent and the South East on a 16‑month fixed‑term contract. Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will act as a trusted advisor delivering strategic and operational HR support across several business units.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to leadership teams and operational managers across multiple business units.
• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives and drive accountability.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability and performance issues.
• Lead and support performance management processes, ensuring objectives are aligned to business goals.
• Coach and support managers in managing performance, engagement and employee development.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning and talent management initiatives.
• Partner with recruitment teams to attract, retain and develop future talent.
• Identify skills gaps and support delivery of learning and development programmes.
• Ensure HR practices remain compliant with employment legislation and company policies.
• Analyse HR data and metrics to provide insights on retention, engagement and workforce trends.
• Champion employee wellbeing, engagement and cultural initiatives.
• Support organisational change and collaborate with the wider HR team during transformation.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and deliver proactive, solutions‑focused HR service.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an HR Business Partner role.
• Strong employee relations and performance management experience.
• Experience supporting multi‑site operations.
• Comfortable working in a changing environment and managing competing priorities.
• Strong communication, coaching and relationship‑building skills.
• CIPD qualification or working towards it (desirable).

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £54,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• 16‑month fixed‑term contract (maternity cover).
• Additional benefits package.