At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape culture and drive performance as a trusted People Business Partner.
- Company: Teign Housing, a trusted landlord delivering homes people love.
- Benefits: Permanent, full-time role with a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a values-driven team committed to equality and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives and organisational culture.
- Qualifications: Strong HR experience and ability to influence leaders.
The predicted salary is between 51648 - 63126 £ per year.
Be a trusted partner. Shape culture. Enable great performance. At Teign Housing, we're here to deliver homes people love, from a landlord you can trust. To help us achieve that, we're looking for a People Business Partner who can combine strategic insight with hands-on delivery working alongside leaders to build capability, drive performance and create a culture where people thrive.
Why this role matters
This is a true business partnering role not just advising, but shaping outcomes. You will:
- Translate organisational goals into practical people solutions
- Work closely with leaders to drive performance, engagement and capability
- Use data and insight to inform decisions and improvements
- Build confident, capable managers who deliver great outcomes
You’ll play a key role in delivering our People Strategy and helping the organisation continuously improve.
What you will be doing
- Strategic partnering & influence: Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and managers; Co-create people plans aligned to organisational priorities; Act as a coach, mentor and critical friend providing challenge and support; Use workforce data and insight to guide decision-making
- Employee relations & policy expertise: Provide expert advice across the full employee lifecycle; Support complex cases including performance, absence, change, and employee relations; Develop and evolve policies that are modern, inclusive and legally compliant
- Talent, capability & culture: Work with the Talent & OD Partner to support recruitment, succession and workforce planning; Identify capability gaps and shape development solutions; Support initiatives that improve engagement, wellbeing and culture; Champion values-led leadership and high performance
- Change & continuous improvement: Partner with services to support change, transformation, and organisational development; Contribute to people projects such as EDI&B, wellbeing, and digital HR improvements; Help shape a progressive, forward-thinking People Service
- Data, systems & modern HR practice: Use HR systems and data to drive evidence-based decisions; Promote digital tools and self-service approaches; Ensure compliance, governance, and accurate people data
- Leadership & collaboration: Line manage and support team members to perform at their best; Build strong stakeholder relationships across the organisation; Facilitate workshops and conversations that drive understanding and improvement
What you will bring
We're looking for a credible, proactive HR professional who can balance strategy with delivery.
Experience & expertise:
- Strong generalist HR experience in a business partnering role
- Proven track record of influencing leaders and supporting organisational change
- Experience managing complex employee relations issues
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
- Experience using data and HR systems to support decisions
Skills that make the difference:
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills
- Analytical and able to turn insight into action
- Strong coaching and facilitation capability
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
Your style:
- Collaborative, credible, and solutions-focused
- Confident in challenging constructively
- Values-driven, with a strong commitment to EDI&B
- Focused on outcomes that make a real difference
Our values (and how we work)
At Teign Housing, how we work matters: We are One Team; We are Friendly; We Listen & Learn.
Contract: Permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week.
Closing date: 25th August 2026. Interview date: TBC. Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate apply.
Teign Housing is committed to its policy on equality and diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Registered charity no. 1112196.
People Business Partner in Exeter employer: Teign Housing
Teign Housing is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of its employees while fostering a strong sense of community. With a commitment to providing rewarding and flexible careers, our work culture encourages personal growth and development, ensuring that every Estates Maintenance Operative can thrive in their role. Located in a vibrant area, we offer unique opportunities to make a tangible impact on the lives of our residents, making your work not just a job, but a meaningful contribution to the community.
