Job Description

Description

At Energy Aspects, our talented people and teams are the foundation of our success. We are seeking an accomplished and pragmatic HR Business Partner to join our team supporting our global Technology and Operations teams.

We are looking for someone eager to make their mark as we continue our rapid expansion. In this critical role, you will foster strong relationships across this diverse group of stakeholders and support their full range of HR needs. Your core responsibility will lie in spearheading HR initiatives across your stakeholder groups that bolster our culture, ranging from talent development to internal communications. Your role will be multifaceted, touching upon key areas like talent management, performance evaluation, and succession planning.

Given the breadth of responsibilities, you should be able to work independently, as well as be capable of planning and prioritising to achieve success. You will need to be flexible, adaptable and composed under pressure. You will employ empathy, organisation, and excellent communication skills to foster fantastic relationship with the colleagues, leaders and employees and be seen as a true HR expert.

In return, we provide a supporting and inclusive environment where you can grow and make your mark in the vibrant energy sector, mentored, and guided by our respected experts. Our high-performance collaborative culture rewards initiative and drive, offering excellent remuneration, long terms incentives and exciting work.

Key Responsibilities

You'll report directly into our Director of People providing both strategic and operational HR support to all leaders and employees across your stakeholder groups. Your day-to-day role will include:Work with wider People team and relevant stakeholders to help spearhead people programs and strategies that enhance our culture - including performance, management, compensation, talent development & feedback, employee engagement & retention, and internal communications. Collaborate with business leaders to gauge and understand employee and management pulse. Coach and develop line managers, building their skills and confidence to successfully lead their people. Provide guidance and support in case of workplace crises or conflicts, ensuring they're resolved in a way that safeguards both the organisation and its employees. Facilitate and guide your divisions through organisational changes, ensuring smooth transitions and minimizing disruptions. Work closely with Finance and Talent Acquisition to ensure the business has an accurate workforce plan that is up to date, allowing for accurate future forecasting and modelling of costs. Analyse workforce trends and collaborate with hiring managers to anticipate future employment needs. Use HR metrics to make data-driven decisions and demonstrate the ROI of HR initiatives. Ensure the company is compliant with employment regulations and minimise risks associated with non-compliance. Champion key HR domains such as talent management, performance evaluation, employee engagement, compensation strategy, and other HR-driven initiatives. Develop and roll out various programs to meet employee needs and drive high levels of employee engagement that in turn creates an environment that encourages open, inclusive, and productive collaboration. Advocate for and implement initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the company. Act as the go-to HR touchpoint for all employees, elucidating HR strategies, practices, and methodologies. Partner with key Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) such as the Reward Manager) to promote and manage the communication and execution of all employee reward, recognition, appraisals, wellness, retirement, and other discretionary benefits. In conjunction with the Talent Acquisition team, drive overall recruitment efforts ensuring we consistently attract, nurture, and elevate our talent pool. Collaborate with the Learning & Development team, ensuring continuous learning and professional growth for our staff. Deliver comprehensive HR support throughout the employee lifecycle, while also contributing to broader HR projects.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience operating as a HRBP preferably in a rapidly growing SME. CIPD qualified. Proven desire and ability to improve processes, build relationships, and help the business constantly improve. Expertise in people/HR policies & procedures - and a track record of prioritizing, defining, developing, and rolling out scalable HR solutions that address the needs of the business. Fully developed coaching and problem-solving skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing priorities. Reputation for integrity, dedicated work ethic, and desire for ownership & accountability. Prior experience working in a fast paced and high growth environment; research, consultancy or financial services experience is a plus. Demonstrable experience with data and analytics and working with technical teams. Deep understanding of employment laws, customs and practices.

Our Culture & Benefits

Welcome to our unique workplace where a passion for our industry-leading product sits at the heart of who we are.

Life at EA is completely eclectic, fostered through the global nature of the business and a real appreciation of the many cultures of our diverse team. We unite as a single, cohesive team through an array of social clubs that cater to a spectrum of interests, from running and yoga to football and culinary adventures. These groups create a collegial and dynamic atmosphere that extends beyond work, promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle for our team.

Our strategically located offices are all set in prestigious buildings, offering you the convenience of nearby gyms, retail therapy, diverse dining options, and accessible public transport.

Our office spaces are thoughtfully equipped to enhance your day-to-day experience whether working independently or collaborating with teammates. Enjoy the simple pleasures of a freshly brewed coffee, healthy snacks, and a social space for celebratory moments. One of the unique traits of life at Energy Aspects is the way our international colleagues often delight us with treats from around the globe. It's safe to say you'll never go hungry in our offices!

We recognise your contribution with a competitive compensation package that includes annual bonuses, comprehensive private health insurance, and substantial pension contributions. Additionally, we offer company share options, subsidised gym memberships, and a generous holiday policy to support your financial and personal well-being.

Join a company that values your professional growth and personal fulfilment, all within a supportive and engaging environment.

About Energy Aspects

Founded in 2012, we are an independent research consultancy that has enjoyed phenomenal growth since our inception, and we have very ambitious plans to continue our upwards growth trajectory. We are passionately committed to providing indispensable and industry-leading short, medium and long-term analysis, and forecasts of the energy markets, that helps our clients trade, invest, finance and plan.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and draw on a wide range of experience and expertise to derive our views. We are made up of expertise in upstream production, trading, quant analytics and econometric forecasting, to name a few. We haves always maintained a key focus on the geopolitics of the energy industry and the impacts they can have in shaping global markets. We have in recent years acquired several firms to enhance our position in energy market consultancy, including Medley Global Advisors (2020), OilX (2022), INAS (2023) and MMSA (2024) bringing additional expertise in macro trends, oil market data and paper positioning into the group. We are also growing our offering to clients focused on the energy transition, providing tradeable insights on long-term trends.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promote diversity within our workforce. As an international business we are determined that suitably qualified persons will never receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, veteran status or any other applicable basis.