Assistant Human Resources Business Partner
About this role
Job Advertisement: Assistant Human Resources Business Partner
Position: Assistant Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Darwen (Supporting the North Region)
Salary: £43,562 per annum + Car / Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-time, 37.5 hours per week)
Key Dates: Interviews take place w/c 28th September 2026 (Closing date: 25/09/2026)
About the Role
We are proud to partner with our client as a supportive staffing agency to recruit a seasoned and proactive Assistant Human Resources Business Partner for their operational HR team based in Darwen. If you are passionate about driving positive workplace change, supporting operational delivery, and shaping a sustainable future within a forward-thinking organization, this is an exceptional career opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Workforce Planning & Strategy: Ensure the North region maintains effective workforce plans—covering staffing, recruitment, reward, employee relations, performance management, and learning & development.
HR & Employee Relations Advice: Deliver proactive, pragmatic generalist HR advice on daily employment matters, supporting managers with policy application, case management, and absence handling.
Case Management: Lead complex employee relations processes, including disciplinaries, grievances, appeals, and performance management initiatives.
Employee Engagement: Foster high standards of employee engagement and team spirit to support broader business goals and operational objectives.
What’s in It for You?
Exceptional Remuneration Package: Competitive base salary of £43,562 per year, supplemented by a Car / Car Allowance, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Security & Stability: A secure permanent contract within a mission-critical industry dedicated to environmental sustainability.
Full Agency Support: Friendly guidance, expert interview preparation, and continuous assistance from our team throughout the application process.
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications: A minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification, or alternatively an appropriate degree / higher-level qualification.
Experience: Demonstrable generalist HR experience supporting a busy business environment, with a proven track record of leading employee relations processes (disciplinaries, grievances, etc.).
Skills: Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative approach to people management.