Human Resources Business Partner in Newcastle upon Tyne

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role

We are looking for experienced, strategic HR professionals who thrive on shaping high‑performing environments. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact at one of the fastest‑growing and most ambitious clubs in world football. As our HR Business Partner, you’ll work closely with senior leaders to develop strategic people priorities that drive performance, strengthen culture, and support our ambition to be a world‑class organisation. You’ll bring insight, influence and coaching, helping leaders embed strong people management capability while ensuring our people experience remains consistently high across the club. This is a role for credible, values‑driven HR professionals who enjoy building relationships, challenging constructively, and creating solutions that deliver real impact.

About you

• Significant experience at senior HR level within a business partnering model.
• Proven experience working with senior stakeholders, building trusted and collaborative relationships.
• Strong experience managing complex employee relations matters and mitigating risk.
• Highly developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• The ability to analyse and present data to inform decisions and drive meaningful action.
• Experience of managing performance and driving accountability through leaders.
• High levels of empathy, collaboration and resilience.
• Degree, CIPD Level 7 or significant equivalent experience in HR or people management.

It would be great if you have the following experience (but not essential):

• Mediation, coaching or employment law qualifications.
• Experience in a professional sporting environment.
• Experience with CORE/Access HR & Payroll systems.

About the team

We’re building a People & Talent function that not only supports our future success but drives it — on and off the pitch.

Location

This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne. Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application. We work together, five days a week at St. James Park, Academy, First Team and Women’s Team sites. It helps us build trust quickly, share ideas easily, learn from one another, and drive a genuinely collaborative culture.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.