Job Description

HR Business Partner

Location:

Cranswick Convenience Foods - Milton Keynes

Reports to:

Senior HR Business Partner - Operations

Department:

Human Resources

Hours:

Full Time | Monday to Friday (with flexibility for early or late shifts)

Salary:

Competitive + Benefits

Be part of something bigger at Cranswick

At

Cranswick Convenience Foods Milton Keynes

, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading food manufacturers -- supplying high-quality cooked meats to major retailers. We're a people business at heart. Our culture is built on empowerment, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We're passionate about growing our people and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We're now looking for a

HR Business Partner (HRBP)

to join our dynamic HR team. If you're someone who enjoys variety, thrives on building strong relationships, and is ready to influence real change, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced, forward-thinking business.

The Opportunity

As a

HR Business Partner

, you'll work closely with our operational and departmental managers to unlock potential across their teams. You'll be the go-to partner for driving engagement, managing employee relations, and building effective people strategies that align with our business goals.

You'll also play a key role in shaping our site culture through projects that promote

wellbeing, inclusion, reward and recognition, and talent development

.

This is a visible and influential role where you'll balance hands-on HR delivery with strategic input.

What you'll be doing

Partner with dedicated departments to deliver long-term

people plans

that support growth and retention. Lead on

employee relations

-- managing investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, and absence cases with fairness and consistency. Analyse HR data and KPIs to identify trends and drive proactive improvements. Collaborate with external solicitors and internal leaders to reach timely and commercially sound case outcomes. Coach and influence managers on effective people practices, leadership behaviours, and performance management. Champion Cranswick's culture through initiatives in

talent management, engagement, ED&I, wellbeing, and recognition

. Support and deliver site-wide HR projects in partnership with our wider HR and L&D teams. Ensure compliance with employment law and HR policies while driving a positive, high-performance culture.

What you'll bring

Proven experience in a

generalist HR role

, including

employee relations case management

. Strong understanding of

employment law

and HR best practice.

CIPD Level 5 or above

(or working towards) preferred. Experience in

manufacturing or FMCG

environments advantageous. Confident communicator -- able to influence at all levels of the business. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for developing others. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What's in it for you

At Cranswick, we value our people and reward their commitment. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

BUPA Private Healthcare

Matched Pension up to 10%

33 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Car Lease Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Life Assurance - 4x salary cover

Opportunities for

training, professional development, and progression

Our Culture at Milton Keynes

We're on a mission to become

Europe's leading cooked meats manufacturer

, a

Net Zero business

, and a

positive force in our local community

.

Our site values guide everything we do:

We inspire and motivate. We take ownership and empower others. We are respectful, open, and honest. We learn from our successes and mistakes. We will be better tomorrow than we are today.
If you're ready to be part of a collaborative, people-driven environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is supported -- we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

Join a company that's proudly shaping the future of British food manufacturing -- where your contribution matters, and your career can flourish.

Apply now to become our next HR Business Partner at Cranswick Milton Keynes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Milton Keynes MK4 4AE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Manufacturing or FMCG environment: 1 year (required)
Language:

Have a basic understanding of English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 5 CIPD (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person