Job Description

People Partner - Doncaster

Join us in shaping a people-first culture.


Are you an experienced HR professional ready to make a real impact? We're looking for a

People Partner

to join our team in Doncaster - someone who's passionate about building strong relationships, empowering leaders, and driving a culture where people can thrive.


As a trusted advisor to managers and employees alike, you'll play a key role in aligning people practices with our business goals, ensuring that our company's values are lived every day. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves being hands-on, proactive, and genuinely people-focused.

What You'll Be Doing

Acting as a trusted partner to line managers, providing expert guidance on all people matters. Coaching managers to handle employee issues confidently and build high-performing teams. Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. Collaborating with the Learning & Development team to deliver impactful training and leadership development. Leading and contributing to wellbeing and engagement projects across the business. Liaising with payroll and benefits teams to ensure seamless employee experiences. Supporting HR policy updates and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Analysing HR data and insights to support decision-making on retention, absence, and engagement. Championing internal communication and driving alignment with our company culture and values. Acting as a role model and ambassador for the People Team, bringing our values to life every day.

What You'll Bring

At least 5 years' experience in a generalist or specialist HR role. Strong communication and relationship-building skills - you're confident, approachable, and a great listener. Experience coaching and developing managers. Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset - you get things done and make things happen. Experience working with HRIS systems and a passion for improving processes. CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent qualification). Competence in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

What we offer:

Day shift, Monday to Friday 08.30am - 5pm Ongoing training and professional development Free onsite parking Uniform and PPE provided Telus Health Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles Employee discount on Vodaphone Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution Competitive basic salary

Please note:

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, right to work and reference checks.


We reserve the right to close this this vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Who are we?

Owned by industry-leading auctioneer, RB Global, IAA annually processes tens of thousands of vehicles nationwide, serving an international buyer base in more than 170 countries including registered customers, insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies as well as charitable organisations. Daily online auctions showcase salvage and non-salvage inventory, offering buyers a wide range of vehicles to choose from.


IAA is an equal opportunity employer and ensures non-discrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located.

Company Overview

SYNETIQ Ltd., the UK-based business unit of IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), an RB Global, Inc. company, is the leading integrated salvage, dismantling and vehicle recycling company in the UK, formed to become the most innovative and trusted business in the industry. An integrated, data-driven and innovative business, SYNETIQ has led the way in raising industry standards and continually innovates ways of working to deliver great value, ensure complete compliance and provide a positive experience. SYNETIQ is proud to have major household names in its portfolio, including insurers, accident management companies, fleets, police forces, logistics companies, vehicle repair body shops, and remanufacturers. With cutting-edge data and software solutions, multiple sites, a specialist vehicle recovery fleet and over 800 dedicated UK-based employees, customers and clients trust SYNETIQ to create bespoke solutions to deliver the maximum benefit for their business. For more information about SYNETIQ visit SYNETIQ.co.uk.