Human Resources Business Partner Stoke-on-Trent

HR People Business Partner

Salary- £32,800 per annum, working 30 Hours Per week over 4 or 5 Days

Location: Hybrid, Based in Stoke on Trent

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded people team business partner, to deliver a high quality proactive and solutions focused people services across our business

In this role you will work closely with managers and senior stake holders to embed our people strategy, improve colleague experience, drive performance and support the business in achieving its objectives.

As a people team business partner you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, balancing strategic HR input with hands on operational delivery, you will support designated business areas through all aspects of the employee cycle using insight and data to influence decisions and drive positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and deliver people plans aligned to client and business objectives
• Proactively identify people related risks and implement actions to mitigate them
• Deliver the people strategy within designated business units using a hands-on, pragmatic approach
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and colleagues across all functions
• Actively promote and demonstrate the employer brand, Group vision, and ways of working

Employee Relations

• Act as the primary point of contact for colleague queries and concerns
• Manage employee relations cases, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies
• Coach and upskill managers to build confidence and capability
• Ensure compliance with employment law and internal policies

Performance, Talent & Development

• Drive performance management cycles
• Support succession planning and development initiatives
• Partner with L&D teams to deliver effective training solutions
• Promote colleague engagement, wellbeing, inclusion, and employee voice
• Support hiring managers throughout recruitment and onboarding processes working with our internal recruitment team.

Change Management & Organisational Effectiveness

• Support organisational change, including restructures and TUPE processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

People Data & Reporting

• Produce monthly dashboards and people metrics
• Analyse data relating to turnover, absence, training, and exit feedback
• Use insight to make recommendations and inform decision-making

Operational HR Support

• Provide day-to-day guidance on HR policies and processes
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and systems

What We're Looking For

As our People Business Partner, we are looking for you to be CIPD Level 5 or equivalent (CIPD Level 7 is desirable), with strong employee relations and TUPE experience along with excellent knowledge of the UK employment legislation and best practice.

You will be a strong team player with a highly organised and methodical approach, you'll have the ability to coordinate, manage and balance multiple projects and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have experience within a similar fast-paced industry and the ability to build and maintain good relationships with managers, employees and Trade Unions. A valid driving licence and the use of a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

Why join Dee Set?

• Comprehensive Healthcare – medical, dental, vision, plus life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Paid Time Off – 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays to recharge
• Inclusive Culture – supportive, diverse, and values-driven environment.
• Employee Engagement – social events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives.