A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Senior People Business Partner the role is offered on a 6 month contract with a perm opportunity. The role reports into the Head of People
About the Role
My client is a leading name in the construction and engineering sector, is seeking an experienced Senior People Business Partner to play a vital role in shaping and implementing strategic HR initiatives across our dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This is a mobile role with national coverage and a strong regional focus, requiring flexibility, autonomy, and a hands-on approach.
This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in operational and strategic environments and has experience leading HR change projects, ideally within the construction, engineering, or technical industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted senior HR partner to business leaders across multiple regions, covering a workforce of approximately 300 employees.
- Lead the implementation and integration of a Shared Services HR model to streamline and modernise HR operations.
- Provide full-spectrum HR support including employee relations, performance management, talent development, workforce planning, and succession management.
- Deputise for the People Manager as required, including management of the broader HR function in their absence.
- Support and coach managers to develop leadership capability and promote a high-performance culture.
- Drive consistency in HR policy and practice across mobile and office-based teams.
- Champion employee engagement and act as an advocate for the busihness values and inclusive culture.
- Conduct regular site visits across Heathrow, Central London, Southampton, and Wales to maintain strong employee and stakeholder relationships.
- Ensure legal compliance and uphold best practices in HR policies and employment law.
- Contribute to the development and execution of the broader People Strategy.
Key Requirements
- CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
- Strong HR experience in a construction, engineering, or similar high-paced technical environment - essential
- Proven background in delivering HR transformation projects such as Shared Services model implementation
- Comfortable with a mobile, field-based role and regular travel across multiple UK locations
- Able to attend weekly Friday meetings at our Kent head office
- Strong generalist HR experience with ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
- Experience managing or supporting teams of 250+ staff across multiple locations
- Demonstrated ability to act as Deputy/Second-in-Command to HR leadership
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and highly organised
- Valid UK driving licence and access to vehicle for travel
What We Offer
- Opportunity to join a market-leading, growing business
- Competitive day rate or salary package (based on experience)
- Temp-to-perm potential for the right candidate
- Hybrid working model with support for flexible working
- A chance to make a real impact and shape HR delivery in a transforming business
Location: Mobile role covering Heathrow, Central London, Southampton, and Wales
Working Pattern:
- Field-based across designated regions
- Attendance required at Head Office in Kent every Friday
- Hybrid flexibility: home working available for a few days per week