HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner – 6 Month FTC Location: Truro, Cornwall • Start: ASAP Play a pivotal role in shaping people strategy during a period of transformation. We’re looking for an experienced HR Business Partner who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and is ready to make a real difference. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of a large NHS Trust, supporting senior leaders to deliver people and OD priorities that directly impact staff experience and patient care. Why join? Be part of a high-profile project with visible impact across the organisation. Work closely with senior leaders, giving you a true seat at the table to influence workforce decisions. Gain exposure to major organisational change and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare services. Join a supportive People & OD team, where collaboration and development are at the core. Enjoy the variety-no two days are the same, from strategic planning to hands-on problem-solving.What you’ll be doing Partner with senior leaders to drive workforce and OD priorities that align to Care Group objectives. Lead on complex employee relations matters (including medical workforce cases), ensuring fair, timely outcomes. Support large-scale organisational change, workforce redesign and service transformation. Shape and deliver proactive recruitment and retention strategies. Use workforce data and KPIs to influence decision-making and improve performance. Build strong relationships with staffside colleagues and external partners to promote best practice.About you Proven experience as a senior HR Business Partner in a large, unionised setting (NHS or comparable). Chartered MCIPD (or equivalent) with strong employment law knowledge. Skilled at leading change, with excellent coaching, influencing and stakeholder management abilities. Analytical, commercial, and confident in making decisions on sensitive, complex issues.What’s on offer A fixed-term contract (6 months) with the opportunity to make a big impact quickly. The chance to lead on key projects while supporting day-to-day people challenges. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available to support work–life balance. A welcoming, supportive culture where your expertise will be valued.Interested? Apply today We welcome applications from candidates across healthcare and other complex, unionised sectors

Location: Truro, GB

Posted Date: 9/14/2025