Senior People Business Partner UK870026/LI

Morgan Philips is representing a leading organization in the engineering sector to hire an experienced Senior People Business Partner to play a vital role in shaping and implementing strategic HR initiatives across this dynamic and fast-paced business. This is a 6-month FTC initially (with potential to go permanent) and is offered on a hybrid working basis, however, please note that there will be travel to various sites across the UK (including Heathrow, Central London, Southampton, and Wales) and suitable candidates must be able to attend meetings in Kent on a Friday.

As the Senior People Business Partner, you will act as a trusted HR partner to business leaders, overseeing a workforce of approximately 300 employees. This mobile role requires flexibility and autonomy, and you will be responsible for leading the implementation of a Shared Services HR model while providing full-spectrum HR support. The ideal candidate will thrive in both operational and strategic HR environments, with substantial experience leading HR change projects within the construction, engineering, or technical industries.

• Serve as a senior HR partner to business leaders across multiple regions.
• Lead the implementation and integration of a Shared Services HR model to modernize HR operations.
• Provide comprehensive HR support including employee relations, performance management, talent development, and succession management.
• Act as deputy to the People Leadership as required, managing the broader HR function in their absence.
• Coach and support managers in developing leadership capabilities and promoting a high-performance culture.
• Ensure consistency in HR policy and practice across both mobile and office-based teams.
• Champion employee engagement and advocate for organizational values and an inclusive culture.
• Conduct regular site visits across key locations, including Heathrow, Central London, Southampton, and Wales, to maintain strong employee and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure legal compliance and uphold best practices in HR policies and employment law.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the broader People Strategy.

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Strong HR experience in the construction, engineering, or a similar high-paced technical environment.
• Proven background in delivering HR transformation projects, especially Shared Services model implementation.
• Comfortable with a mobile, field-based role and regular travel across multiple UK locations.
• Ability to attend weekly meetings at our Kent head office every Friday.
• Strong generalist HR experience with the capability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.
• Experience managing or supporting teams of 250+ staff across multiple locations.
• Demonstrated ability to act as Deputy/Second-in-Command to HR leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and highly organized.
• Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle for travel.

• Opportunity to join a market-leading, growing business.
• Competitive day rate or salary package based on experience.
• Temp-to-perm potential for the right candidate.
• Hybrid working model that supports flexible working arrangements.
• A chance to make a real impact and shape HR delivery in a transforming business.

If you are an experienced HR professional passionate about driving change and enhancing organizational performance, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Senior People Business Partner. Join our client, and help to build a culture of excellence in one of the most dynamic sectors in the UK.