HRBP (maternity cover 12-months)

**HR Business Partner (HRBP) - 12-Month Maternity Contract**

**Salary:** Up to £65,000
**Location:** Central London (3 days a week)

Oakleaf Partnership is currently recruiting for a prestigious global communications business seeking an accomplished HR Business Partner for a 12-month maternity contract. This role offers an enriching experience for those looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

**Why This Role Stands Out:**

**Competitive Salary:** Earn up to £65,000, reflecting the value and expertise you bring to the table.
**Central London Location:** Enjoy the vibrancy and convenience of working in the heart of London, with a balanced mix of office and remote work (3 days a week in the office).
**Career Development:** Enhance your professional journey by working with a globally recognised communications firm, expanding your network and skillset.
**Diverse Responsibilities:** Engage in a variety of HR functions, from strategic partnering to coaching and performance management, ensuring no two days are the same.
**Inclusive Culture:** Be part of an organisation that champions diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive and progressive work environment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Provide strategic HR business partnering to various client groups.
- Act as the interface between HR and business leaders, managers, and hiring managers.
- Deliver an integrated HR offer across the HR structure.
- Coach internal clients and stakeholders on team building, performance management, and culture initiatives.
- Recommend and approve solutions for addressing performance issues and for motivating, developing, and retaining talent.
- Display good judgment regarding business, laws, policies, and internal/external culture and values.
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion initiatives.

**Required Skills and Experience:**

- Comfort with ambiguity and a craving for autonomy, with the ability to gain buy-in and trust.
- Generalist HR experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record of building excellent relationships and credibility with business leaders, based on solid commercial understanding and an ability to identify customer needs.
- Strong communication, engagement, and interpersonal skills, delivering impactful messages and influencing outcomes.
- Ability to perform and deliver business-oriented HR solutions through influence, coordination, and individual effort.
- Relevant HR or business-related degree and postgraduate qualification.
- Knowledge of UK employment legislation and experience in labour relations.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who is business-focused, commercially astute, and adept at building strong client relationships quickly. If you possess a proactive and positive approach, this contract offers a platform to showcase your expertise and drive meaningful change within a leading global communications firm.