HR Business Partner

ALS Limited; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global scientific company is seeking an HR Business Partner to support managers and employees across multiple UK sites. The ideal candidate should have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and experience in generalist HR. This hybrid role emphasizes relationship building, data-driven decision making, and offers substantial opportunities for professional development. The candidate will work in a supportive environment to enhance their HR capabilities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (rising to 30)

Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme

Perkbox membership

Group Personal Pension Plan

Learning/study support

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist, advisory or multi-site HR role.
• Ready to step into a true partnering role and grow strategic HR skills.
• Commercially minded and comfortable using data to inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers to support the people strategy.
• Use data to guide decision making on workforce priorities.
• Support organizational changes such as restructures and employee development.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Ethics and discretion

Data-driven decision making

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

HR Business Partner

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At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data‑driven insights to build a healthier future.

Are you an experienced HR Advisor or People Partner looking to take the next step in your HR career?

We’re looking for a motivated and people‑focused HR Business Partner to join our UK team and play a key role in supporting our managers and employees across the region. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to grow into a full HRBP position with the support of an experienced HR team. In this role, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across a broad range of HR activities strengthening your commercial awareness, building strong stakeholder relationships, and shaping the people experience across multiple sites. If you’re eager to take on more responsibility and develop your HRBP capability, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Position

Days Per Week: Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week.

Contract: Full Time and Permanent.

Location: Hybrid, primarily supporting sites in Sittingbourne, Chatteris, Trowbridge and Ely, but UK travel may be required.

This role offers:

• The perfect bridge between HR Advisor and experienced HRBP
• Exposure to partnering with leaders and shaping people decisions
• Development in change management, ER leadership, data insights and coaching
• A supportive environment that encourages learning, growth and innovation

The Day to Day

• Partner with managers and leaders to support and deliver our people strategy
• Use data and insights to understand workforce priorities and guide decision‑making
• Support organisational change activities such as restructures, succession planning and employee development
• Lead and manage employee relations cases, ensuring fair and compliant outcomes
• Produce and submit monthly HR reports for your regional sites
• Build strong, trust‑based relationships and positively influence stakeholders at all levels
• Act as the local HR contact for initiatives delivered by specialist teams
• Help identify and resolve the root causes of people and operational issues
• Coach and develop leaders to enhance performance and engagement across their teams

The Essentials

• CIPD qualified (Level 5) with experience in a generalist, advisory or multi‑site HR role
• Someone who is ready to step into a true partnering role and grow their strategic HR skills
• A trusted professional with strong ethics, integrity and discretion
• Excellent relationship‑builder with strong communication and influencing skills
• Inclusive, people‑centric, and passionate about enabling others to succeed
• Commercially minded, curious and comfortable using data to inform decisions
• Adaptable and proactive, with a willingness to travel across multiple sites
• Confident working autonomously while being part of a supportive wider HR team

Our benefits include

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on‑site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa.

How to Apply

Please apply online and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.