People Partner

About the role

SGN is seeking a proactive People Partner to support its operations across the South East England network. You will work closely with managers to foster a positive employee relations climate, improve engagement and drive business performance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases, including grievances, disciplinaries, performance and absence management.
• Provide expert HR advice to managers, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies.
• Support managers in ER cases, promoting procedural fairness and early intervention.
• Develop and deliver training and coaching on performance and absence management.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with apprentices and identify development needs.
• Assist Senior People Partners with project coordination during organisational restructuring.
• Maintain accurate employee records, prepare HR metrics and ensure GDPR compliance.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an HR Advisor, Employee Relations Specialist or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ER cases and advise senior stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• £50‑55k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications)
• Car allowance (£6k per year)
• Bonus scheme
• Competitive pension scheme
• BUPA healthcare
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Life assurance
• HolidayPlus
• Cycle2work scheme