Fixed Term 13-month contract.
We’re the @one Alliance – a ground-breaking collaboration between Anglian Water and seven industry-leading partners: Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO. Together, we deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.
As we prepare for AMP8, our most ambitious period yet, we’ll be delivering an even broader range of innovative and environmentally-driven infrastructure projects – from urban drainage to nature-based solutions like constructed wetlands.
What will you be doing as our new HR Business Partner?
In this highly visible role, you’ll work closely with senior leaders across the Alliance, acting as a trusted advisor to align people strategies with organisational goals. You’ll play a vital role in supporting high performance, organisational change, and a culture where everyone can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with senior leaders to deliver people strategies that drive business outcomes
Lead initiatives in workforce planning, talent development and organisational design
Provide expert support on employee relations and complex HR challenges
Use data and insights to guide decisions and measure success
Champion diversity, equity and inclusion across all teams
Coach leaders to build confidence and capability in managing their people
Collaborate with Alliance partner organisations to co-create HR solutions and share best practice
Maintain a high standard of professionalism, confidentiality and collaboration
About you:
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to sustainability, innovation and empowering our people. As part of our Alliance, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact while growing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Hybrid working with flexibility and balance
A strong focus on learning and development
Inclusive and supportive culture
The chance to work on projects that truly matter
Evidence of a commitment to CPD
Proven experience as an initiative-taking, commercial and engaging HRBP
Educated to degree level or equivalent in an HR related discipline.
CIPD Qualifications
Caring and investing in you
Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.
As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.
From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.
Competitive salary
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Private Medical
Profit share scheme
25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
8 hours leave of absence for volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
Leadership & management training and coaching
Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
Flexible working arrangements
Annual salary review
Continuous service awards
