At a Glance
- Tasks: Support HR initiatives across diverse EMEA regions and manage the full employee lifecycle.
- Company: Join BBC Studios, a globally renowned media company with inspiring stories.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Ideal for adaptable individuals eager to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
- Why this job: Make a tangible impact while collaborating with senior leaders in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in complex HR roles and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s most sought-after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Associate HRBP supports the UK and EMEA Channels & Streaming and Commercial News divisions, partnering across six business areas. The role blends strategic and operational HR, driving people initiatives and managing the full employee lifecycle across a complex, matrixed environment, with scope to support multiple regions including the UK, Poland, Netherlands, Dubai and South Africa.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
This role offers exposure to senior leaders across a diverse, fast-paced EMEA landscape. It’s ideal for someone adaptable, hands-on and eager to get stuck in, with the opportunity to work across varied client groups, build broad HR experience, and make a tangible impact within a busy but rewarding matrix organisation.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
- Act as an internal HR consultant, partnering with managers and stakeholders across EMEA
- Bridge local needs with company-wide HR initiatives, ensuring compliance and relevance
- Collaborate with HR teams on annual processes (pay, bonus, performance) and policy updates
- Lead and manage employee relations cases, escalating where appropriate
- Build strong relationships to identify challenges and deliver proactive HR solutions
- Work with internal teams to support the full employee lifecycle, including oversight of onboarding, offboarding and payroll inputs
- Use data and insights to improve people strategies while representing HR across the business
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- Proven track record of working in complex / matrixed reporting structures
- Experience of delivering a strategic HR Partnering approach in a comparable role
- Proven experience working in an HR role across EMEA, with understanding of multi-country employment practices and cultural nuances
- Able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and ability to develop, maintain and enhance relationships with a variety of contacts; strong influencing and persuading skills
- Analytical skills and the ability to resolve logistically complex problems
- Compares and contrasts situations and information, identifying patterns and trends which inform subsequent decisions
- Creates a sense of team spirit, encouraging shared ownership of objectives and deliverables
- Be a role model for the BBC Values
DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED
- Experience across HR Operations, including payroll
- Prior experience of working with people systems (such as SAP)
We appreciate your interest in this position and understand how important this opportunity is to you. Due to the high volume of interest we may need to close the application period earlier than anticipated. This step is necessary to ensure we can provide a high level of attention and service to all applicants. Thank you for your understanding.
Associate HR Business Partner, UK & EMEA in London employer: BBC Group and Public Services
At BBC Studios, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. With competitive salaries, generous bonuses, and a commitment to employee growth, we empower our team to drive innovation and creativity in the media landscape. Join us to collaborate with industry leaders, develop your skills, and contribute to world-class commercial products that engage global audiences.
Contact Details:
BBC Group and Public Services Recruitment Team
