HR & Talent Business Partner

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HR & Talent Business Partner | (12-Month FTC - Maternity Cover) | Creative Agency (Start ASAP) | London / Hybrid | up to £60,000 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded HR & Talent Business Partner to join a dynamic, entrepreneurial creative business. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will balance strategic people planning with day-to-day operational HR delivery to drive performance, culture, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Business Partnering: Build strong relationships with senior leaders to align talent strategy with commercial business goals.
  • Employee Relations: Provide pragmatic, expert advice on ER matters, performance management, and employment legislation.
  • Talent & Recruitment: Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning, quality recruitment decisions, and candidate experience.
  • Payroll & Tech Governance: Oversee payroll compliance and data accuracy using the People First HRIS system; leverage tech and AI tools to optimize HR efficiency.
  • L&D & Projects: Identify training needs, support group learning initiatives, and deliver on the wider HR strategic roadmap.

About You

  • Previous experience in an HR role or strong exposure to HR functions
  • Knowledge of employee relations
  • Commercially aware with the ability to balance people and business needs
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
  • Experience in a fast-paced, creative, or entrepreneurial environment is desirable

What’s on Offer

  • 50-£60k DOE
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Company sick pay
  • Hybrid working
  • Summer Fridays
  • Health & fitness contribution (£49.99 per month)
  • Eye test allowance (£30 annually)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Season ticket loan (available for FTCs of 12 months or longer)
  • Cycle to work scheme (available for FTCs of 12 months or longer)
  • Access to mental health and wellbeing support platform

Please note: You must be available immediately as this role is starting ASAP.