People Business Partner – Scale & Change (FTC) in Devon

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months, with strong possibility for extension) Hours of Work: 37.5 hours Location: Hybrid with 4 days per week in Bideford Your next chapter Travel Chapter is growing at pace. Our teams are scaling, our functions are maturing and our culture is moving forward with purpose. The People Team plays a critical role in that journey and we are looking for a People Business Partner who brings expertise, clarity and authenticity. This FTC role will support priority business activity over the next 12 months, with scope for extension as our organisational needs evolve. It would suit someone who enjoys pace, is comfortable with change and can land impact quickly. This role also plays a key operational leadership role within the People Team, overseeing the delivery of high-quality People services and ensuring a consistent, efficient and people-centred experience across the employee lifecycle. Most importantly, it’s for someone who is brilliant and grounded. Skilled and humble. Confident and genuinely collaborative. What will I be doing? You’ll partner closely with leaders and teams, providing practical guidance across performance, capability, workforce planning and organisational change. You’ll be a steady voice in complex moments and a thoughtful challenger when it’s needed. Alongside your partnering responsibilities, you’ll lead and oversee the delivery of our People Shared Services function, ensuring that our People processes run smoothly, consistently and in line with best practice. You’ll also support TUPE transitions and integration, ensuring we balance operational requirements with a people-centred experience. Working closely with Talent Acquisition and Learning