People Partner

A fast-growing and globally recognised consumer brand is looking for a People Partner to join their dynamic People Team based in the heart of London until March/April 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the people strategy of a business that thrives on creativity, high performance and pushing boundaries.Working closely with Sales leaders, you’ll act as a strategic advisor, aligning people practices with business priorities, driving talent initiatives, and ensuring the organisation remains agile and future-ready. If you’re passionate about developing leaders, building high-performing cultures, and being a trusted partner to the business – we want to hear from you.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Business Partnering & CoachingServe as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, aligning people strategies with business goals.Coach leaders to build collaborative, high-performing teams.Bring insight, challenge, and influence to elevate leadership effectiveness.Talent Management & Succession PlanningShape and deliver robust talent strategies across your business area.Lead succession planning and talent reviews to future-proof the organisation.Build and sustain talent pipelines for critical roles.Recruitment & Workforce PlanningPartner with Talent Acquisition to craft targeted recruitment strategies.Support organisational design and strategic workforce planning.Ensure the recruitment experience reflects the brand’s high standards and values.Learning & DevelopmentIdentify and address capability gaps and development needs.Deliver high-impact learning interventions that enhance leadership and performance.Champion a culture of continuous learning and innovation.Employee Relations & CultureProvide expert advice on employee relations issues with fairness and integrity.Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture aligned with company values.Act as a mediator and solution-seeker in complex interpersonal matters.People Insights, Analytics & BudgetingTurn people data into actionable insights to drive business decisions.Monitor key HR metrics and organisational health indicators.Manage headcount and budget planning within your remit.Project & Change LeadershipLead or support key HR projects and transformation initiatives.Drive process improvement and ensure policy compliance across the function.Be a catalyst for change in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.What We're Looking For:Proven coaching capability, with experience developing senior leaders and teams.Expertise in talent strategy, succession planning and L&D.Solid experience in employee relations and organisational culture development.Strong analytical skills and business acumen.Confident communicator with the ability to influence across all levels.Highly organised, agile, and solutions-focused – thrives in dynamic environments.Experience supporting growth and transformation in a fast-paced organisation.Knowledge of trends and dynamics within FMCG or consumer brands a plus.Start Date: ASAPLocation: Central London - HybridEmployment Type: FTC OR PAYESalary: £70,000+ bonus OR £400 daily rateReporting to: Head of People

Created: 2025-07-24