At a Glance
- Tasks: Support managers and teams, driving key people initiatives and enhancing workforce effectiveness.
- Company: Join a leading academic publishing company committed to fostering human progress through knowledge.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent work/life balance, 25 days leave, and additional perks.
- Other info: Flexible working model with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while supporting diverse talent and ideas.
- Qualifications: Proven HR Business Partner experience with strong project management and data analysis skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100. Taylor & Francis Group operates globally and produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge.
Role Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced People Business Partner to join our People Business Partnering team on a 12‑month maternity cover contract basis, likely starting early to mid‑August 2026. Our People Business Partners play a crucial role in supporting both the business and its people. Their primary focus is on assisting line managers and front‑line colleagues by making sure they have the guidance and resources to succeed. In addition to providing this direct support, they also lead business area‑specific HR initiatives, such as overseeing workforce planning exercises and the execution of changes programs.
Key Areas
- Org Effectiveness & Change Management
- Talent & Workforce Planning
- Performance Management, Development & Rewards
- Employee Engagement
- Capability Management
Key Accountabilities
- Acting as a Trusted Advisor to build and maintain strong relationships with Managers and their teams, gaining in‑depth knowledge of the division, key employees and business processes.
- Build strong relationships with colleagues and business leaders by in‑depth and active listening to understand objectives and challenges, problem‑solve and agree plans for an effective way forward.
- Partner closely with colleagues in the POE (Shared Service) team and across the 4 Pillar teams to support the delivery of the Global People Strategy and Plan to the highest standard across own area of the business.
- Work with the Strategic People Partner Lead to provide support for ad‑hoc People Team projects as required, bringing a solution‑focused mind‑set to bear on any initiative.
- Bring a strong commercial and customer focus to all People related initiatives.
Qualifications
- A proven track record of true HR Business Partnering experience and of supporting colleagues across the full colleague lifecycle, ideally within a global environment, including strong performance management, talent acquisition, change management experience and skills.
- Strong Talent Planning skills and a deep knowledge of the talent process across the colleague life cycle.
- Experience of successfully executing reorganisations.
- Experience of and a commitment to driving commercial and customer focused People initiatives.
- Strong Project Management experience and experience with using relevant Project Management tools and processes.
- Strong Data Analysis skills and data‑led storytelling ability.
- Knowledge of employment legislation.
- Experience working with Trade Unions would be useful (UK).
- Evidence of working cross‑functionally and effectively influencing stakeholders.
- Ability to effectively listen and coach at all levels with an empathetic and inclusive mindset.
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and do the day‑to‑day as well as the strategic elements of a BP role.
- A familiarity and comfort with working with ambiguity and 'in the grey'.
- Strong HRBP background plus experience in one Centre of Excellence (could be TA, L&D, ER, DEI, etc).
Location
The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a commutable distance of our office in Milton Park, Oxfordshire, to ensure that as a balanced worker they can make it to our office location 3 days per week.
Benefits
- A competitive salary + bonus.
- An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic working culture.
- 25 days annual leave.
- 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year.
- 4 volunteering days annually.
- Day off for your birthday.
- Company funded single cover private medical insurance.
- Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well‑being support.
- Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
- Life assurance, plus optical and medical care.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits, develops, and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non‑merit based factor.
People Business Partner (12 month maternity cover) in Milton employer: Taylor & Francis Group
Informa is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a competitive salary, generous leave policies, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful global knowledge dissemination. The Milton Park location provides a balanced working model, allowing for flexibility and collaboration within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Taylor & Francis Group Recruitment Team
