Senior Human Resources Business Partner

16 hours ago

Essex, United Kingdom HPRtalent Full time

Regional Human Resources Business Partner – manufacturing and logistics

Location: South East, England

Salary: £55-70,000 + car allowance + bonus + benefits


We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior HR Business Partner to join our client’s team in a fast paced organisation going through significant transformation. As a market leader in their industry they are clear that HR needs to be refocused and modernised to become true partners to the business The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting their growth, transformation and strategic objectives, providing advice and guidance the full range of HR strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high performing HRBP with a strong manufacturing or logistics background to make a significant impact in an organisation going through change.

You will play a pivotal role in aligning the company’s business objectives with employees and leaders in your region. Primarily focused on supporting manufacturing, logistics and engineering across multiple locations in the UK you will report directly to the Head of HR partnering. You will act as a consultant to management on HR-related issues, drive HR initiatives, and implement strategies that enhance organisational effectiveness. This role demands a deep understanding of the business and its operational challenges, ensuring that HR policies and practices meet both the needs of the workforce and business goals.

As a key member of the HR Leadership Team you will partner closely with senior stakeholders to build and execute impactful HR strategies that support the business growth and change agenda and create a dynamic, people-first culture. This role is ideal for a HR leader with a strong operational background who thrives in a multi-site context and is passionate about developing a collaborative, high-performance HR team while support the strategic direction of the business operations.

The role:

Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.

Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, preservation and change of talent.

Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organisation.

Considerable project work focussing on creating a high-profile, high-quality people partnership with the business

Bring rigour and governance to the people agenda

Nurture a positive working environment by maintaining a high level of communication and engagement.

Partner with regional leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives. Design and deliver programs that enhance business outcomes, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.

Provide expert guidance and consultation to management on employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and employee engagement, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Collaborate with leadership to assess talent needs to attract and retain top talent. Facilitate succession planning, and ensure the development of employees through coaching, training, and development programs.

Assist in forecasting workforce needs, structuring teams, and designing organisational frameworks that promote efficiency, growth, and employee satisfaction.

Create and analyse HR data to identify trends, offer insights, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in employee performance and satisfaction.

Develop and implement programs that increase employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction, promoting a positive workplace culture.

Partner with talent acquisition teams to drive recruitment strategies and ensure smooth onboarding processes for new hires

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, actively managing and supporting high-level stakeholders across functions to achieve both local, national and global business goals.

Drive the development and continuous improvement of the team, fostering a high-performance culture and enabling the team to deliver outstanding, value-driven support.

Help create and develop the employee value proposition, enhancing talent attraction and retention efforts in alignment with our mission and values.

Establish clear metrics and KPIs to assess HR program effectiveness, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making and strategic improvements.

Collaborating with UK HR leaders to ensure consistency of approach

Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.

Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.

Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.

Lead and develop a team


The person:

Degree educated with a minimum of L7 CIPD or Masters in HR

Proven progressive experience as an HR Business Partner a real understanding of what good should look like.

Experience gained in manufacturing, logistics or industrial sector.

Demonstrated industry knowledge and understanding of HR systems and databases - Workday

In-depth understanding of employment law and HR best practices.

Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills.

Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.

Excellent people management skills and a strong ability to adapt to change.

Create purposeful and measurable engagement strategies

Experience with talent management, succession planning, and workforce development.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Familiarity with HR data analysis and using insights to drive HR strategies.

Ability to travel regionally, including stays, as required.

Experience in managing change in dynamic environments.

Strong track record of building and leading HR teams in a high-growth environment, with experience in developing high-performing, agile HR functions.

Demonstrated expertise in partnering with senior leadership, with a history of effectively managing and influencing stakeholders across regional markets in a tough operating environment

Ability to demonstrate resilience in the workplace


To apply please email your CV to kate.hamilton@hprtalent.com

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