At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Senior People Partners and manage employee relations cases from day one.
- Company: Join OakNorth, a fast-paced company making a real impact in the housing and job sectors.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Perfect for those looking to build a meaningful career in People.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and shape the future of people management.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years HR experience, strong ER skills, and knowledge of UK employment law.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
People Partner | London Oak North has lent over $21 billion, helped create 58,000 homes and 36,000 jobs since 2015.
We move fast, think commercially, and build things that last.
Now we're looking for a Junior People Partner to grow with us.
The role This is a hands-on generalist position sitting within a lean, high-performing People Team.
You'll support Senior People Partners across UK and US employee populations — handling real ER cases, contributing to people projects, and partnering directly with managers from day one.
No busy work; genuine exposure.
What you'll do Own ER cases end-to-end — managing documentation, advising managers, and escalating where needed Support day-to-day partnering across UK and US populations, including performance, probation, and organisational change Contribute to People Team projects and cyclical processes (e. g., performance reviews, engagement, workforce planning), supporting research, coordination, documentation, and delivery.
Produce people data reporting (e. g., headcount, attrition, ER trends, engagement and performance), preparing clear summaries to support People Partner decision-making.
Bring an AI-first mindset — using tools to streamline project delivery and reporting, improving scalability and the overall employee experience.
What we're looking for1-3 years experience HR experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment Solid ER experience managing complex cases with confidence Strong working knowledge of UK employment law; US exposure is a plus Commercially minded, organised, and comfortable with data and HRIS systems CIPD qualified or working towards it (or equivalent experience)Desirable: Hi Bob experience, financial services background, proven use of AI tools to redesign people processes.
You'll be great if you...
Get energised by variety — no two days looking the same doesn't faze you, it motivates you Can hold a difficult conversation with care and confidence, and know when to escalate Think beyond process — you're curious about the why behind people decisions, not just the what Are comfortable with ambiguity and find your own way to structure and prioritise Spot a smarter way of doing something and actually do something about it Want to build a career in People, not just fill a role If you're early in your People career and want broad exposure, real responsibility, and room to grow — we'd like to hear from you.
Location London Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department People Deadline to Apply June 29, 2026 at 11:00 PM UTC
People Partner employer: OakNorth Bank
At OakNorth, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. As a Junior People Partner, you'll not only gain hands-on experience in a high-performing team but also enjoy ample opportunities for professional growth and development, all while contributing to meaningful projects that impact our employees and the wider community. With a commitment to innovation and an AI-first mindset, we empower our team members to think creatively and drive positive change in the workplace.
