Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDirect impact on people strategy at leadership levelJoin a fast-growing tech firmAbout Our ClientOur client is a market leader in software solutions, primarily to the global oil and gas industries. Their cutting-edge tools support critical decision-making for leading global organisations by integrating complex data into powerful, easy-to-use models.Following a period of sustained growth and transformation, they are now looking to appoint their first in-house HR hire.Job Description This is a standalone generalist position requiring a proactive, hands-on, operational HR Business Partner who is comfortable building HR, managing the full employee lifecycle and building the foundations from the ground up.Key responsibilities include:Managing end-to-end HR processes, including, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and performance managementImplementing HR best practices, supported by a strong understanding of employment lawDelivering impactful learning and development solutions to enhance skills, management capability and career growth across the organisationLeading employee relations, including conflict resolution, grievance handling, and creating a positive, compliant workplace culture as the business growsCoaching managers and providing pragmatic support on all ER mattersDriving key HR initiatives such as talent management, employee development, performance management, and employee engagementPartnering with Finance on monthly payroll submissionsActing as the first point of contact for all HR queries, working closely with managers to offer guidance and supportSupporting the company's evolving needs in line with its growth strategy, culture refresh, and the implementation of SageHRThe Successful ApplicantA successful 'HR Business Partner should have:A degree in Human Resources or a related fieldProven experience in a standalone HR role, ideally in a fast-paced, growing businessExcellent understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and effective people management, with a proactive approachAbility to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levelsStrong skills in communication, negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solvingDeep knowledge of employment law, right to work, recruitment, and complianceTech-savvy and proficient with tools like MS Office and HR systems (e.g. SageHR)Willing and able to work on-site 5 days a week in GuildfordWhat's on Offer10% employer pension contribution28 days' holiday plus bank holidaysEnhanced Maternity & Paternity benefitsPrivate medical, dental and life insuranceSalary sacrifice benefits including gym membership, electric bikes, and workplace nursery schemes*Please note, this role is working 5 days a week in the office in Guildford*ContactHelen Abdel JabbarQuote job refJN-052025-6745719Phone number+447974390889Job summaryJob functionHuman ResourcesSubsectorHR Business PartnerSectorTechnology & TelecomsLocationGuildfordContract typePermanentConsultant nameHelen Abdel JabbarConsultant phone+447974390889Job referenceJN-052025-6745719