HR Business Partner

• Location: Kent
• Job Type: Full-time

REED HR have partnered with a company in Kent who are seeking an HR Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a strategic partner to management and employees, delivering HR expertise to support the business goals. This role focuses on fostering a positive employee experience, ensuring compliance with UK employment laws, and driving organisational performance. The HR Business Partner will manage complex employee relation issues and contribute to the commitment to sustainability and innovation.

• Collaborate with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on all HR-related matters.
• Manage complex employee relation issues, including disciplinary and grievance processes, ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Conduct thorough investigations and provide expert guidance to resolve workplace conflicts.
• Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal standards and best practices.
• Provide training to managers on employment law.
• Support workforce planning, including succession planning and talent acquisition strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Assist in implementing organizational changes, including restructures.
• Track and analyse key HR metrics to identify trends and recommend interventions.
• Design, lead, and execute recruitment campaigns.
• Support wellbeing campaigns and lead HR projects.

• CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualification.
• Proven experience as an HRBP or similar role, with significant focus on employee relations.
• Familiarity with HR systems such as Workday HRIS.
• Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels.
• Strategic thinker, able to align HR practices with business goals.
• Team player with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and proficient in Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability, time management, and resilience under pressure.

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Long service holiday (if applicable).
• Pension Scheme.
• Dental plan.
• Onsite parking.
• Staff discount with selected retailers + wellbeing platforms.
• Discounted gym membership.
• On-site gym (At a small cost)
• Subsidised canteen.
• Friendly working environment.
• Relocation package offered. 

To apply for the HR Business Partner position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience for this position.