Job Description

This interim HR Business Partner role will provide a hands-on HR service to the organisation, whilst managing the transition of the function to a primarily self service HR operation. This is a generalist role with change management.

Client Details

A customer focussed service organisation based in Leeds.

Description

The interim HR Business Partner will be responsible for managing the transition of the HR Service to a self-service operation, whilst ensuring the hands on support continues until the change is complete. Responsibilities will include:

Acting as an effective HR business partner to meet current needs and aligning HR function processes with organisational strategy.

Conducting a thorough review of existing HR policies, updating them where necessary, and developing new policies as required.

Designing and implementing robust processes and user-friendly guides for employees and managers to ensure smooth adoption of the self-serve model.

Partner with key stakeholders to ensure buy-in and successful adoption of the new operating model.

Provide expert advice to managers on probation, performance management, and general employee relations (ER), focusing on risk mitigation and compliance with best practices.

Partner with senior managers to address emerging HR needs and strategic workforce planning.

Support managers with recruitment, including role creation, organisational design, salary benchmarking and recruitment processes, ensuring alignment with organisational needs and compliance.

Drive the effective use of apprenticeship levies and promote understanding of related regulations and liaise with managers and providers to support apprentices, addressing performance, sickness, or conduct issues.

Manage the UK training budget.

Update and create UK wellbeing and DE&I policies to reflect company strategy, employment law, and market practices, ensuring that they promote diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities in the workplace.

Provide comprehensive support for redundancy and restructuring processes, acting as the HR representative in meetings.

Collaborate with managers to understand the potential impacts of changes and develop appropriate action plans.Profile

This interim HR Business Partner role requires an experienced generalist with a good background in managing change processes and creating strong HR services. You will need to be/have:

Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in HR or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Comprehensive understanding of UK employment law, ACAS best practice, and compliance requirements.

Knowledge of contractor, apprenticeship, and resource management regulations.

Proven experience in HR management, particularly in ER and organisational design.

Demonstrated success in supporting managers with diverse HR functions.

Ability to manage risks and resolve ER issues in a timely manner.

Experience in policy development and process improvement.

Demonstrable experience of project/change management and strong stakeholder management.Job Offer

Salary DOE c£50-65,000 p/a plus benefits

12 month fixed term contract

Office in Leeds with hybrid working