HR Business Partner - Southampton

We are seeking a strong HR Business Partner to join a wonderful business based in Southampton. I am seeking someone who has experience working as HR and who has had exposure to a workshop/production environment. You will work with management to provide operational and strategic HR support, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. Build strong, influential relationships with key stakeholders to proactively drive people-focused outcomes.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Oversee recruitment and on boarding processes ensuring a positive candidate experience and monitoring outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Promote ownership to hiring managers, encouraging a proactive approach that anticipates future talent needs. Regularly review recruitment materials, ensuring alignment with business goals and future talent needs.
• Maintain oversight of ER cases (e.g., capability, performance, disciplinary, grievance, long-term sickness) and provide guidance and support to ensure timely and legally compliant processes.
• Organise and attend hearings/meetings as needed, ensuring all relevant paperwork is prepared, and records are maintained accurately.
• Design and deliver engaging training on key HR topics, including employment law, diversity and inclusion, performance management, recruitment, and disciplinary procedures.
• Act as a driver of performance improvement, promoting positive changes in people management practices.
• Collaborate with senior management to implement performance management activities, including appraisals and salary reviews, ensuring consistency across the organisation.
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, guiding managers and teams through transitions to ensure smooth implementation and employee buy-in.
• Work with stakeholders to create consistent messaging and coach managers in adapting to new structures, processes, and ways of working, maintaining morale and engagement.
• Champion DEI working with the HR and management team to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion practices into all people processes and activities.
• Maintain and update HR trackers to ensure accurate reporting and to support efficient HR operations.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience as an HRBP or Senior HR Advisor, with a strong understanding of HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, challenge constructively and drive decision-making at all levels.
• Proactive and solution-oriented, skilled in managing competing priorities and can confidently navigate ambiguity.
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and its application.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of tasks whilst effectively managing priorities and deadlines.
• Proven experience in leading HR projects and driving positive change.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint.), with the ability to analyse data, create reports, and present information effectively Essential Qualifications
• CIPD Qualified or equivalent