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People Partner (Operations)

Hales GroupStevenage, Hertfordshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 5 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£50k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Leader

Job Description

We re looking for a people-focused HR professional who thrives on building strong workplace culture, supporting managers, and creating exceptional employee experiences.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR generalist or HR Operations Manager to join a purpose-led organisation where people, engagement and development are at the heart of the business.

The role
You ll partner with leaders and managers across the organisation to deliver proactive HR support, strengthen employee engagement, and drive people initiatives that make a real impact.

Key areas will include:
  • Employee relations and day-to-day HR support
  • Coaching managers on performance, wellbeing and people matters
  • Recruitment, onboarding and induction
  • Learning & development initiatives
  • Policy and process improvement
  • Culture, engagement and values-led projects
  • Supporting performance and appraisal frameworks

What we re looking for
  • Previous experience in a HR Operations, HR Advisor or HR generalist role
  • Strong HR advisory and employee relations experience
  • Confident advising senior stakeholders on UK employment law and best practice
  • Experience improving HR processes and people frameworks
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience desirable
  • Passion for creating positive workplace culture and employee engagement

Why apply?
  • Opportunity to shape and influence people strategy
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment
  • Strong focus on employee wellbeing and development
  • Learning & development investment

  • This is a full time, permanent position based in Stevenage. Hybrid working arrangements require you to be onsite 2-3 days per week.
  • c.£50,000 + enhanced benefits package

Skills

Employee Engagement
Employee Relations
Learning & Development
Onboarding
Stakeholder Management

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