Interim HR Business Partner

This is a broad, impactful HR generalist role supporting a complex organisation during a period of change and system transformation. Working closely with HR Business Partners, the role provides hands‑on operational and advisory support across casework, change activity and people projects. It offers an excellent opportunity to develop at HRBP level within a progressive, values‑led environment.

Client Details

Our client is a respected national organisation operating within the non-profit sector, currently undergoing a significant period of transformation. With investment in new systems, capability building and modernised ways of working, the organisation is focused on strengthening how HR supports leaders and the wider workforce.

This is an exciting time to join an HR team that is actively shaping its future operating model. The role sits at the heart of this change, offering exposure to organisation‑wide projects, system implementation and line manager capability development, all within a collaborative and supportive culture.

Description

This is a busy, hands‑on HR role supporting the delivery of day‑to‑day people services while contributing to wider change and improvement initiatives. The postholder will work closely with HR Business Partners and colleagues across the people function.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing a range of employee relations casework, providing confident, pragmatic advice to managers
Supporting HR Business Partners with organisational change activity, including restructures and consultations
Providing project and administrative support for the implementation of a new HR system
Coordinating, designing and delivering upskilling training for line managers alongside HRBPs
Supporting the Workforce Development Manager where required, particularly during periods of team absence

This role offers strong exposure across the full employee lifecycle and is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, stakeholder engagement and delivery within a changing environment.

Profile

You will ideally be an experienced HR professional from a public sector or not‑for‑profit background, confident operating in a fast‑paced, advisory role.

You will ideally bring:

Solid experience in a generalist HR role, including hands‑on casework
Confidence supporting and coaching managers through people issues and change
Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle operational delivery with project support

Experience of HR systems and workforce planning is beneficial, but not essential
A pragmatic, professional and collaborative approach, with the credibility to work closely with HRBPs and senior stakeholders

Immediate availability is highly desirable due to the nature of the contract.

Job Offer

Salary: upto £40,000 (depending on experience)

Contract:

12‑month Fixed Term Contract

Location:

Leeds (hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office)

Hours:

Full‑time

This role represents an excellent opportunity for an Assistant HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor looking to broaden their experience, develop at the strategic interface of HR, and contribute meaningfully during a period of organisational change