Job Description

About The Role
Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Hillsborough, Northern Ireland with UK Travel
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting To: Head of Human Resources
Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• Subsidised private healthcare scheme
• Life assurance
• Contributory pension
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised restaurant facilities

*35 days annual leave (including public holidays)
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Human Resources Business Partner to join our team in Hillsborough. This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality operational HR services while leading strategic initiatives that support our organisational goals and values.
The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in employee relations and HR business partnering, with a strong ability to advise managers and employees across a range of HR matters. A background in fast-paced environments and managing large employee groups is highly desirable.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience supporting UK employees working in the Republic of Ireland, with a sound understanding of cross-border employment practices and legislation.
A full UK driving licence is required, and the role involves travel throughout the UK and Ireland.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes across the UK
• Maintain accurate HR records and databases for KPI reporting
• Liaise with Payroll regarding terms and conditions
• Monitor, review, and update HR policies and procedures
• Partner with managers to address business challenges and enhance employee engagement
• Manage employee relations including performance, conduct, absence, and probation (UK & ROI)
• Deliver People Management training as required
• Support the Head of HR on strategic and operational projects

Essential Requirements

• Strong, proven experience in a similar HR role
• CIPD Level 7 qualification
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Technical understanding of HR systems and sound employment law knowledge
• Experience in fast-paced environments with large staff numbers
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and manage change effectively
• Full UK driving licence (travel throughout UK and Ireland required)
• Experience supporting UK employees working in the Republic of Ireland

Desirable Competencies
Resilience and Stress Management: Maintains composure under pressure and adapts to changing priorities
Change Agility: Comfortable driving and supporting organisational change initiatives
Strategic Thinking: Aligns HR initiatives with business objectives and anticipates future needs
Why Join Us
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be part of a collaborative team and play a key role in shaping the future of our people strategy.
Our Commitment:
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees. If you need this document in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, or braille, please contact us at:

• Email:
• Phone: 07384 916355

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at:

• Email:
• Phone: 07384 916355

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
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