Job Description

Are you passionate about promoting a positive workplace culture and driving impactful people initiatives?

Join us as an

HR Business Partner

and play a key role in shaping the future of our organisation.

About the role

You'll provide proactive, compassionate HR support, acting as the main point of contact for HR, Learning & Development, and Volunteering teams. Working closely with the People Director, you'll deliver operational and strategic initiatives, support line managers with best practice, and contribute to projects that strengthen culture, leadership, and internal communications.

Location:

St Peter & St James Hospice, North Chailey, BN8 4ED

Salary:

36,196 - 40,227 per annum

Contract:

6-month fixed term (Potential for extension)

Working hours:

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid role with flexible working options to support work-life balance)

Start date:

As soon as possible

Closing date:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received - apply early to be considered!

What you'll do

Act as a trusted partner to managers, providing expert advice on employee relations, workforce planning, and organisational development. Lead on recruitment and onboarding, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and managers. Support culture and engagement projects, helping us build a high-performing, inclusive workplace. Coach and develop managers to strengthen leadership capability and confidence. Contribute to strategic initiatives alongside the People Director, including change management and HR process improvements.

What we're looking for

CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) and proven HR expertise at HR Business Partner, Manager or Senior Advisor level. Strong experience managing complex employee relations cases and supporting organisational change. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with a collaborative and empathetic approach. Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Experience in health, care, or charity sectors is desirable, but not essential.

Why join us?

You'll be part of a values-driven organisation where your work truly makes a difference. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects, and the chance to shape how we care for our people.

At St Peter & St James Hospice, we believe that our people are at the heart of what we do. Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference every single day.

Please view the full job description and person specification for the role at the bottom of the webpage.

Applications are reviewed as they come in and shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact

Melissa Le Palud, People Director at mlepalud@stpjhospice.org.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 36,196.00-40,227.00 per year

Work Location: In person