People Business Partner

People Business Partner

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Remote with regular travel

Closing Date: 3rd of November 2026

Please quote job reference: ABL 900c

Job Purpose:

This is a true Business Partnering role, working closely with managers to act as a trusted advisor and

coach, supporting across the full range the employment cycle. Supporting a range of services across our

UK operations the role will require travel to our sites including overnight stays.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive, professional advice on complex and sensitive

employee relations matters, so a strong knowledge of UK legislation and experience in managing employee

relations activity is a key part of the role.

A key part of the role will be to support with the mobilisation of new services as we continue to grow and

expand our services across the UK. A strong knowledge of TUPE and experience of managing complex

TUPE transfers is essential.

Working with colleagues in the People & Culture team, you will assist with shaping and delivering a wide

range of People & Culture initiatives across; people development, talent management, succession

planning, belonging, employee experience, retention, recognition, performance and culture.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

As a People Business Partner, you will work closely with managers and senior leaders to deliver a proactive, high-quality HR service that supports organisational objectives and drives positive people outcomes. You will provide expert advice on employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, capability, TUPE, bullying and harassment, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice. You will partner with operational teams to develop people strategies, support organisational change, workforce planning, performance improvement, recruitment and retention initiatives, and employee engagement activities. The role will involve analysing people data and KPIs to identify trends, risks and opportunities, developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, supporting equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and leading on learning and development programmes, including manager training, onboarding and appraisal processes. You will also contribute to the delivery of the People & Culture strategy, lead and support HR projects, champion organisational values, promote employee wellbeing and safeguarding, and build strong relationships across the business to foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

Essential Requirements:

• Professional CIPD level 7 qualification – or committed to achieving within agreed timescale (including assessment of relevant experience).
• Evidence of commitment to own and others’ continuing personal development
• Managing complex TUPE
• Developing and implementing innovative people plans
• Successfully implementing change
• Delivering advice and guidance on complex employee relations / people issues
• Willing and able to travel to sites across the UK including overnight stays.

Employee Benefits:

• Birthday Day off
• Flexible Annual Leave scheme
• Employee Referral scheme
• 37.5 hours working week
• Flu jabs
• Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Leadership and staff away days
• Training and Development

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

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