HR Business Partner - 6 Month FTC

Location: Ely (CB6) Type: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am - 4.30 pm (Hybrid working available) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36161 Polytec are recruiting for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a fast-paced manufacturing and operational environment on an interim basis. This is a hands-on role focused on employee relations, leadership support, organisational change and driving continuous improvement across people processes and HR practices. FTC Bonus - A completion bonus will be paid at the end of the fixed-term contract, subject to agreed criteria being met. Responsibilities - Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to managers and operational teams - Manage and advise on employee relations cases, ensuring policy and employment law compliance - Coach and support managers on performance, conduct and people management issues - Support organisational changes including restructures, consultations and team changes - Assist with performance review and capability management processes - Work closely with HR operations to ensure consistent HR process delivery - Support the rollout of HR initiatives, policy updates and process improvements - Maintain a visible presence within operational and manufacturing teams - Use HR data and insights to support decision making and workforce planning Requirements - CIPD Level 7 qualified or equivalent HR experience within a manufacturing environment - Previous HR Business Partnering or HR advisory experience - Strong employee relations and case management background - Experience within manufacturing, engineering or operational environments - Good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice - Experience supporting organisational change and performance management - Ability to build strong relationships with managers and stakeholders - Confident communicator with a practical and proactive approach - Experience with HR systems, digital HR processes or HRIS implementation desirable - Exposure to Lean or continuous improvement environments advantageous Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!