People Partner (London)

About UsWe are Foundation Partners - a consultancy working with some of the world's most exciting tech companies on all things people + culture. Why? Well, quite simply, not all technology companies have the financial resources, capacity, or experience to tackle the challenges of scaling a business and driving performance. A world-class People, Culture & HR operation is instrumental for this. As such, weve built a blended service so companies get the experience and support, both strategically and day to day, that they need to build an exceptional business.Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.Currently, we are a small but mighty team of 9 , with backgrounds in commercial, people + culture, VC and consulting. We have ambitious plans for growth, and as part of that were hiring for this super exciting and progressive role.Alongside Unleashed & JBM, we are part of Amplified - the people services group that supports technology companies from inception to IPO. About the RoleThis isnt a back-office job. Youll be on the frontline with our clients, acting as a trusted people partner, fixer, advisor, coach, and thought partner. Youll embed into fast-moving startups, help build strong people foundations, and support founders through all the messy, human, exciting stuff that comes with growth.Youll work across 2-4 clients at a time, with support from an experienced and collaborative team who love sharing, learning, and laughing. On most clients, you'll be paired with one of our Associates, forming a tight-knit delivery pair. Youll take the lead on client relationships - scoping whats needed based on the companys growth plans, culture and stage - while collaborating with your Associate to bring ideas and solutions to life. Key ResponsibilitiesClient-Facing DeliveryPartner with founders, COOs, and People teams at ambitious startupsSolve real problems in real time: from onboarding to exits, ER to engagementBuild and roll out practical tools, processes and frameworks that actually get usedMake HR feel human, not heavyLead on client comms and direction, working closely with an Associate to deliver high-impact workTrusted PartnerCoach managers and leaders through tricky people situationsBring calm, confidence, and clarity to chaotic growth momentsAdjust your approach depending on the clients stage, culture and speedGetting What Needs Doing Done (Well)Draft handbooks, streamline hiring processes, build performance systems, and run workshopsCreate great employee experiences without over-engineeringShare your work generously and borrow shamelessly (weve got great internal resources!)Play to strengths (yours and your Associates) so youre working smart, not soloBe Part of Our TeamWe share ideas, sanity checks, and templatesWe back each other up when life gets fullYoull have autonomy to do your best work, plus support when you need it The skills and experience you needProven experience in a People Lead, Head of People, or equivalent role, confident leading across the full employee lifecycle in fast-paced, high-growth environments.Ability to zoom in and out, rolling up your sleeves to build and implement practical HR tools, while also advising on org-wide people strategy and scaling challenges.Skilled at partnering with founders, COOs, and senior leaders; bringing clarity, calm, and sound judgement to complex people challenges.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach managers, navigate sensitive conversations, and build trust quickly across diverse startup cultures.Comfortable managing multiple clients simultaneously, flexing your style to meet different business stages, needs, and team dynamics, without losing sight of quality or impact. Compensation, Perks & Benefits80,000 - 90,000 Base salary25 days Holiday + Bank holidaysPension#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-07-15