HR Business Partner - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract, Carlisle, Circa £45,500 Are you looking for your next interim fixed term contract? Are you an HR professional who is available to start a new contract role in early April this year? Foxgroves are working exclusively with a leading business to recruit an experienced HR Business Partner to join their busy HR team in Carlisle for a 12-month fixed term contract. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment, providing strategic HR support and partnering with leaders to drive business success. To excel in this role, you'll need a proven track record as an HR generalist, ideally with experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Your exceptional communication and influencing skills will help you build strong partnerships across the organisation. This is a fully site based role and would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy HR team in an office environment. The client offers free onsite parking and is situated in an easy to reach location in Carlisle. Key Responsibilities: Partner with managers and senior leaders to develop and influence strategic people plans that align with business objectives Lead transformation and change initiatives across the business Provide expert HR guidance on performance management, employee relations, and staff development Analyse people-related data to deliver insights and recommendations for improvement Support wellbeing and engagement initiatives while maintaining high HR service standards Coach and mentor the HR Advisor team on complex employee relations cases Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and service delivery What You'll Bring: CIPD qualification (or working towards) Significant generalist HR experience with strong employment relations background Expert knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practices Excellence in stakeholder management and communication Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience in a fast-paced organisation preferred Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office suite You'll be part of a dynamic busy HR team of around 18 people across HR and L&D where you can make a real difference, develop your expertise, and help shape the future of the organisation. They offer a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued and your professional growth supported. If you're an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to secure their next interim challenge, then please get in touch today Foxgroves Recruitment Ltd is operating as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. LGBTQ, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable adjustments will be made for individuals with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment process.