Job Description

If selected, you must be available for an online interview on 22nd August 2025.



Previous Applicants need not apply.



Are you a seasoned People professional looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a dynamic Senior People Business Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation.



In this strategic HR leadership role, you'll provide focused, pragmatic support that directly influences decision-making at the highest levels. You will coach senior leaders, drive accountability, and spearhead initiatives in change management, talent development, resource planning, and employee relations.



As a proactive partner to our Executive Management and Senior Leadership Teams, you'll offer commercial and strategic People insights that align with our business goals. Your impact will be instrumental in guiding us through our next phase of growth.



You'll be accountable for the seamless execution of cyclical People initiatives and people plan deliverables across the organisation. As our structure evolves, you'll have the opportunity to expand your portfolio.



In this dynamic role, you'll also deputise for the Deputy Head of People Strategy and Insourcing as needed, making you a key contributor to our people strategy and organisational success.



As a Senior People Business Partner at HUC, you'll play a critical role in supporting our NHS 111 services by driving strategic people initiatives that directly impact service delivery, workforce experience, and patient care. You'll be a trusted partner to operational leaders, using your expertise to influence workforce planning, engagement, and performance management across a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.



In this role, you will lead on complex employee relations matters, coach leaders through organisational change, and ensure that people strategies are aligned with both HUC's values and the evolving needs of our commissioners. You'll use data and insight to inform decision-making, identify workforce trends, and co-develop solutions that improve retention, capability, and employee wellbeing across our contact centre and clinical workforce.



You'll also play a key part in leading and embedding people-focused projects, such as talent management, leadership development, and diversity and inclusion initiatives, working collaboratively with our wider People team. Your ability to build credibility, manage complexity, and influence at all levels will be essential as you support operational excellence and drive continuous improvement within a mission-led, not-for-profit healthcare organisation



This appointment attracts a salary of 50,000 -55,000 per annum, pro rata.

25 Holiday days + 8 bank holidays

NHS Pension Scheme

Travel and expenses scheme

Career opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Access to employee perks and discounts, through NHS schemes and our own HUC Heroes benefit & wellbeing site

Employee Assistance Programme



For further information and a full job description including a detailed person specification, please see the attached document.