Junior People Business Partner

Junior People Business Partner – 12 month FTC Join to apply for the Junior People Business Partner – 12 month FTC role at Nichols We’re Nichols – the home of Vimto and a family‑heritage business that’s been making life taste better since 1908. Every day is bursting with flavour, ambition and innovative ideas across our brands in the still, carbonated, post‑mix and frozen drinks categories. We work with the UK’s leading food manufacturers to deliver a truly unique range of products that everyone loves. At the core of everything is our rich family heritage, a relentless ambition to keep innovating and a pride in who we are – a place where you can be yourself, speak up and get stuck in. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a Junior HR Business Partner to provide dedicated support to the Out of Home and Operations areas of the business. This role is pivotal in strengthening line manager capability, delivering key HR projects and ensuring operational excellence through people. Acting as a trusted partner to leadership teams, you will focus on Organisational Development, coaching and the deployment of the HR cycle of events (reward, talent, performance, engagement) and support the Commercial Director and Operations Director in executing their strategies by aligning people initiatives with business goals. THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE Business Partnering Act as a partner to leadership teams in Out of Home and Operations, travelling to sites as required. Provide coaching and guidance to line managers to improve capability and confidence. Build strong relationships across teams to ensure HR is seen as a trusted advisor. Organisational Development & Capability Support OD initiatives that drive performance, engagement and culture. Deliver training and coaching interventions to strengthen leadership and management skills. Identify capability gaps and support targeted development solutions. HR Cycle Deployment Lead and support delivery of annual HR processes including reward, talent reviews, performance management and engagement surveys. Ensure consistency and quality in execution of HR cycle events across Out of Home and Operations. Projects & Strategy Delivery Support delivery of the People Strategy by leading and contributing to group‑wide HR projects. Partner with Commercial and Operations Directors to translate business strategies into people priorities. Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and operational effectiveness. Operational HR Support Provide day‑to‑day HR support for operational needs, ensuring compliance and best practice. Support workforce planning, employee relations and change management activities. Act as a first point of contact for HR queries in Out of Home and Operations. Qualifications Previous HR experience (generalist or advisory level), ideally within operations or commercial environments. Exposure to HR cycles such as talent reviews, reward processes and performance management. Experience in coaching or supporting line managers. Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice. Ability to be collaborative, proactive and resilient in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence and build trust. Ability to coach and develop line managers to improve capability. Organisational development mindset with practical experience in delivering HR initiatives. Project management skills with ability to deliver group‑wide initiatives. Knowledge of HR processes including reward, talent, performance and engagement. Problem‑solving and analytical skills; able to balance strategic and operational priorities. CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US Core Benefits 25 days holiday (with opportunity to buy extra every year) Annual bonus Save as you Earn share scheme Option to join our private medical cover scheme Enhanced primary carers leave and sick pay Additional Perks Holiday home stay Your birthday off work Free on site parking 1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose when and where) Help yourself to our drinks and slush drinks when at one of our sites Staff shop with discounts on our products Apply now if you want a taste of a new career and join Nichols – Where work tastes better. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are learning what this means every day. We are striving to ensure we are building more diverse teams, we are at our best when we bring together our different life experiences, ways of thinking and individuality. Any job offer is subject to an individual’s Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Contract Job Function Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr