Jobs in Tooting Bec

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Interim People Partner to provide a professional, operational, and people-focused HR service. This role has a strong emphasis on employee relations, manager coaching, policy development, and employee engagement.

Working closely with managers across the organisation, you will play a key role in supporting a positive, inclusive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice. This role is for 12 months fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

Lead on complex and sensitive employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance, and attendance matters.
Provide expert advice and guidance to managers, ensuring cases are managed fairly, consistently, and in accordance with employment law and internal policies.
Coach and support managers through all stages of employee relations processes, building confidence and capability.
Conduct investigations and prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
Identify trends and recommend proactive solutions to people-related challenges. Deliver coaching and practical advice to managers on people management matters.
Design and facilitate training sessions on employee relations, best practice, and management skills.
Support managers in driving high performance and positive employee experiences.Policy Development and Compliance

Review, develop, and implement HR policies and procedures.
Ensure policies remain compliant with current employment legislation and aligned with organisational values.
Provide guidance on legislative changes and HR best practice.Employee Engagement and Culture

Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Contribute to projects that strengthen organisational culture and employee experience.
Partner with stakeholders to promote a positive and supportive working environment.You will bring:

Significant experience managing employee relations cases.
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Experience coaching and influencing managers at all levels.
Excellent communication, investigation, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience drafting and implementing HR policies and procedures.
A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach.
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience)
Hybrid working available