Human Resources Business Partner in Burnley

About Us

At The Calico Group, our purpose is clear: to make a real difference to people’s lives.

Whether supporting individuals in recovery, helping communities thrive, or enabling employees to grow, we are committed to creating opportunities that transform lives.

We are a diverse group of charities and businesses working across housing, healthcare, support, employability and construction.

Through collaboration and innovation, we create stronger outcomes for the communities we serve.

Group Business Services (GBS) brings together specialist expertise to support our services – and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced and values-driven HR Business Partner to join our People team at a really exciting time.

This is a key role where you’ll partner with senior leaders to shape and deliver people strategies that drive performance, engagement and wellbeing across the organisation.

This is more than just HR – it’s about making a real impact.

You’ll be

• Working closely with leaders to drive performance and support change across diverse services.
• Providing expert guidance on complex employee relations, helping managers feel confident and capable.
• Leading on people strategy, talent planning and organisational development.
• Supporting major change initiatives, including restructures and TUPE.
• Using data and insight to influence decisions and improve outcomes.

Day-to-day, you’ll balance strategic thinking with a hands‑on approach – coaching, challenging and supporting managers while ensuring our people practices are compliant, fair and aligned with our values.

If you enjoy variety, influence and making a meaningful difference, this role offers all three.

For further information about the role, please visit the Role Profile.

What We’re Looking For

We believe in recruiting for potential as well as experience. Our ideal candidate will have:

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent), or working towards it.
• Proven experience partnering with senior leaders to deliver strategic HR initiatives and organisational change.
• Strong experience managing complex employee relations cases (e. g. disciplinary, grievance, absence, redundancy).
• Experience supporting TUPE transfers or large‑scale change programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong ability to influence, coach and challenge leaders constructively.
• Experience using data and insights to support decision making.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working in a multi‑service or regulated environment.
• Experience with workforce planning or HR analytics tools (e. g. i Trent).
• Knowledge of EDI, wellbeing or engagement strategies.

If you share our values and are passionate about creating inclusive, high‑performing workplaces, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in It for You?

At The Calico Group, we value our people and offer a supportive, inclusive culture alongside fantastic benefits:

• Bravo Benefits – Discounts at major retailers and restaurants.
• Westfield Health – Healthcare cash plan + 24/7 doctor access.
• Mental Health Support – Access to wellbeing services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Pension with employer contributions.
• Life Assurance.
• Recognition Awards.
• Learning and development tailored to you.
• Paid professional fees.
• Enhanced holidays and family‑friendly policies to support you when it matters most.
• Inclusive Hiring at Calico

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers@calico. org. uk .

Commitment to Safeguarding

The Calico Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all customers, employees and volunteers. This role is subject to appropriate pre‑employment checks.

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