HR Business Partner | 9-month FTC | £55,000 - £60,000 | Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid)

My client are seeking a commercially minded and confident HR Business Partner to support senior stakeholders and drive people strategy across the business. This is a true partnering role requiring strong stakeholder management capability, solid employee relations experience, and the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels.

You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, balancing business objectives with people-focused solutions while maintaining high standards of fairness, empathy, and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities:
*Partner with senior leaders to deliver the people strategy aligned to business goals
*Provide confident, constructive challenge and push back where appropriate
*Coach and influence managers on performance, engagement, and organisational effectiveness
*Lead and manage complex Employee Relations (ER) cases including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and absence
*Ensure consistent application of HR policies and employment law
*Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning
*Analyse people data to inform decision-making and improve performance
*Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performance culture

Skills:
*CIPD qualified (desirable)
*Proven experience operating as a solid HR Business Partner in a fast-paced environment
*Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility quickly
*Demonstrated confidence in pushing back and providing consultative challenge
*Significant Employee Relations experience, including complex case management
*High levels of empathy and emotional intelligence
*Strong knowledge of UK employment law
*Commercially aware with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset

Package:
*£55,000 - £60,000 basic
*Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office