Associate People Business Partner 9 month FTC - Reed : Job Details

My client is looking for an Associate People Business Partner to be the cornerstone of day-to-day HR operations within your designated areas. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to build or develop their career in people partnering, providing proactive, practical support and advice to managers and colleagues in a supportive, flexible, and fast-paced environment.

• First Point of Contact – HR Support: Serve as the first line of support for managers and colleagues on day-to-day HR queries, providing clear, timely, and practical advice. Escalate complex matters to the Senior People Business Partner as needed.
• Business Partnering: Build trusted relationships with operational managers and teams, supporting the delivery of local people plans and initiatives that align with operational priorities.
• Employee Relations: Provide initial advice and guidance on low to moderate complexity ER cases, ensuring fair processes and timely resolution. Prepare necessary documentation and attend formal meetings as required.
• People Projects & Culture: Support the roll-out of people projects and engagement activities, such as surveys, wellbeing initiatives, and inclusion campaigns.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Work closely with the wider People Team to ensure a joined-up approach to the employee experience and identify opportunities for improvements to policies and processes.

• Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience. MCIPD is desirable.
• Experience: Previous experience in a generalist HR role providing first-line advice on day-to-day queries. Experience in healthcare or a regulated sector is desirable.
• Skills & Knowledge: Strong communication and relationship-building skills, good problem-solving skills, and sound judgement. Confident IT skills, including HR systems and Microsoft Office. Understanding of NHS or public sector terms and conditions is a plus.
• Personal Qualities: Friendly, approachable, and supportive style, resilient and professional, with a positive, solutions-focused mindset. Committed to promoting equity, wellbeing, and inclusion.