HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner – Northern Ireland (Head Office Based)
Permanent | Full-Time | Competitive Remuneration & Benefits

Our client, a well-established and respected organisation operating across the UK and Ireland, is seeking to appoint a Human Resources Business Partner to join its Head Office team based in Northern Ireland.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced HR professional to contribute strategically and operationally to a business that continues to expand and evolve. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the people agenda and supporting continued organisational growth.

The Role Reporting to the Head of HR, the HR Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor to senior management, providing comprehensive guidance and support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. This is a broad and influential position requiring both strategic insight and hands-on delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with departmental leaders to identify workforce requirements and implement effective people strategies.
• Provide professional advice on complex employee relations issues, performance management and employment legislation.
• Lead initiatives across recruitment, onboarding, engagement and retention.
• Support the design and implementation of HR policies and procedures in line with best practice and company values.
• Analyse HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Champion employee wellbeing, inclusion and cultural development initiatives.
• Contribute to HR projects supporting change management and organisational development.

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a credible HR professional with strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach. A sound understanding of employment law and contemporary HR practice is essential.

Essential Criteria:

• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a generalist or business partnering role, ideally within construction, engineering, manufacturing or a comparable industry.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, advise and support senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Experience of supporting multi-site operations.
• Exposure to HR projects relating to transformation, culture or organisational change.

The Offer In return, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience
• An enhanced benefits package, including pension and wellbeing support.
• The opportunity to work within a progressive, people-focused organisation with a strong reputation for quality and professionalism.
• Excellent prospects for career development within a growing and ambitious business.

Application Process
Please apply through this advert with your CV to be considered, or alternatively email your CV directly to chloe.kearns@peoplegroup.com