At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Senior People Partners and manage employee relations cases across UK and US.
- Company: Join OakNorth, a leading lender with a strong impact on communities.
- Benefits: Gain real responsibility, career growth, and exposure to diverse HR projects.
- Other info: Perfect for those eager to build a meaningful career in People.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a difference in people's careers.
- 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.
Now we're looking for a Junior People Partner to grow with us.
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.
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.
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.
Partner (Permanent) in London employer: OakNorth Bank
At OakNorth, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As part of our Business Banking Deposits team in Manchester, you'll have the opportunity to influence the growth of a fast-paced business unit while enjoying competitive salaries, personalised benefits, and ample career development opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the world of business banking, all while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions and well-being.
