HR Business Partner

Our Vision & Why It Matters At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on‑road mass transportation and mobility. We design, deliver, and support market‑leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you\’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

Job Title HR Business Partner

Location Skelmersdale or Larbert (UK)

What You’ll Do

• Shape and deliver Alexander Dennis\’ people strategy across the UK and overseas territories.
• Work closely with leaders across Sales, Finance, Legal, Engineering, Procurement, Commercial, Quality, and Marketing.
• Provide expert HR advice and guidance on talent development, employee engagement, employee relations, and cultural change.
• Act as a trusted partner helping teams and the business thrive.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of generalist HR experience at Advisor or Business Partner level.
• Strong knowledge of HR, employment law, and employee relations.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Organised, commercially aware, confident working with leaders, staff representatives and employee forums.
• A collaborative mindset, positive energy, and the ability to influence at all levels.

Bonus if you have

• A degree in HR or Business.
• CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience with integrated HR and payroll systems or community and employee engagement initiatives.

What We Offer

• Impact: Be part of something that changes cities, improves air quality and evolves public transport.
• Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new roles.
• Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment where your voice matters and we treat people fairly.
• Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle‑to‑work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

Our Values – What Guides Us

• Safety – The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products.
• Quality – We strive for excellence in our products, services and all that we do.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, transparency and integrity.
• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions.
• Teamwork – We work with our team members, suppliers and customers to pursue mutual benefits.
• Sustainability – We seek long term success for our business, communities and the environment.

How to Apply If you see yourself growing with Alexander Dennis and contributing to our vision, we\’d love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Internal applicants must inform their current line/department manager and local HR representative before applying. For alternative application methods, call +44 1324 621 672 or email careers@alexander-dennis.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.