HR Business Partner in Luton

The Role My client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business looking to recruit an experienced HR Business Partner to support their growing workforce. This is a varied, hands-on generalist role where you'll partner with managers across the business, providing advice and support on the full employee lifecycle. You'll play a key role in recruitment, employee relations, organisational development, training, engagement and HR projects while helping to drive a positive working culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to make a real impact across the business. Key Responsibilities * Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance. * Support recruitment activities from vacancy approval through to onboarding, working closely with hiring managers and recruitment partners. * Manage apprenticeship and early careers programmes, building relationships with colleges, training providers and local education partners. * Develop and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with current UK employment legislation. * Support organisational change initiatives, restructures and consultation processes. * Act as a trusted advisor to both managers and employees across all areas of HR. * Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation. * Assist with payroll administration and employee benefits. * Identify training and development needs and support the performance review process. * Produce HR reports and monitor key people metrics. * Support employee engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives. * Build effective relationships across all departments and contribute to continuous improvement projects. * Promote a positive Health & Safety culture and ensure compliance with company procedures. The Candidate Previous experience in a generalist HR Business Partner, HR Advisor or HR Officer role. Experience supporting managers with a wide range of employee relations cases. CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards), or equivalent practical experience. Good knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience managing recruitment and onboarding activities. Strong interest or previous experience supporting apprenticeship and early careers programmes. Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills. Able to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively. High level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems. Desirable Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering or an industrial environment. Experience supporting organisational change programmes. Experience working with recognised Trade Unions. Exposure to HR reporting and people analytics. Salary & Benefits up to £50,000 Flexible working arrangements Hybrid working opportunities (where appropriate) Enhanced pension scheme Private healthcare Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days Ongoing training and professional development Employee wellbeing programme Cycle to Work scheme Employee discount platform Excellent long-term career progression opportunities