Business Partner

Position: People Business Partner
About us At DFS Group, were proud to help people create spaces they love to live in.

Were home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company: three brands with their own personalities, brought together by a shared mission. Behind our brands is a passionate Group team.

From Finance and Technology to People, Marketing and Supply Chain, our Group functions power everything we do. They create the foundations that allow our brands to thrive, innovate and grow. Whether youre supporting our brands or serving our customers, the mindset that connects us means we expect more of ourselves and each other.

It means every customer is our favourite, every voice is valued, and every interaction is one were proud of. When youre part of a community that shares your way of thinking, the wins feel bigger. The effort feels worth it. Its a place where people stay because they feel valued, and find room to grow because theyre challenged. About the role A people professional who effectively partners key Retail leaders through support and challenge, bringing data-led insights, and contributing to the delivery of a high-impact People Plan.

Covering the South retail stores 2-3 times per week,covering from Cambridge, down to the South Coast, including South Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic Ireland What youll be responsible for Collaborating with Retail Leaders and the People function Centres of Excellence to co-design and execute a people plan within their function that meets operational needs and priorities, whilst also aligning with the broader Group People Strategy.

Supporting leaders across the full colleague life cycle and partner with Centre's of Excellence (ER, Reward, L&D, Inclusion), ensuring leaders make the right decisions for the business. Be a highly visible presence across the area being partnered prioritising building strong relationships with leaders and line managers. Acting as a "critical friend" and coach to leaders, influencing people-led decisions to improve engagement, productivity, and retention, through a combination of effective support and challenge Supporting key change management initiatives to ensure the business remains agile and effective.

Leading talent development and succession planning within area of accountability to build a robust pipeline of future leaders for the organisation. Were looking for someone who has Has the ability to translate business goals into people initiatives that deliver a tangible bottom-line impact. Is an expert at analysing people metrics to diagnose risks, identify trends, and evaluate opportunities. The ability to influence & challenge with your exceptional stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge the status quo and navigate complex professional relationships.

A "can-do" mindset with the flexibility to pivot between high-level strategy and hands-on operational support A proven track record in HR partnering, with significant expertise within Employee Relations, Reward, and Talent Management. Extensive experience providing credible, business-focused advice to senior stakeholders and managers. A demonstrated passion for building inclusive, high-performance workplace cultures. CIPD membership or equivalent professional experience can be of value Don't let it discourage you if you don't have all of this experience, it's a guideline that will help you hit the ground running.

If the role sounds like it would be a great fit for you and you'reconfident that it suits you, we'd love you to apply. Room to grow Everyone at DFS Group begins with a structured induction designed to help you understand our brands, our culture and how we work together. From day one, you will have access to our online Learning Hub, filled with digital courses, tools and resources to support your development.

For leaders, we offer virtual workshops focused on building confident, capable leadership. We also run skills-based workshops to strengthen core capabilities across the business. Colleagues can also undertake nationally recognised qualifications through our apprenticeship programmes, giving you the opportunity to gain external accreditation while you grow your…