HR People Partner

Cezanne HR; Lytham St Annes; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable energy specialist in Lytham St. Annes is seeking a People Partner to drive HR strategy and enhance workplace culture. Responsibilities include advising on employee issues, collaborating on HR strategies, and managing performance initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong coaching skills, a grasp of UK employment law, and experience in agile environments. Offering a salary up to £40,000 with hybrid working options and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a People Partner or similar in a fast-moving business.
• Track record of delivering people strategies that enhance culture.
• Strong coaching and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on employee issues and conflict resolution.
• Guide performance management processes and employee engagement.
• Analyse workforce data to recommend structural improvements.

Skills

Coaching skills

Influence skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of UK employment law

Agile methodology exposure

Tools

HiBob

Workable

Job description

Sustainable Energy First Lytham St. Annes, United Kingdom HR

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Company Description

Sustainable Energy First is a leading, Investors in People Gold accredited, sustainable energy and utilities specialist. As a certified B Corporation with a strong commitment to sustainability, we are focused on reducing the carbon footprint of our clients, which accounts for 3.5% of UK business power consumption. Our sustainability ambitions are aligned with those of our clients and prospects, with the eradication of 327,000 tonnes of CO2e by 2028 being the goal, the equivalent of taking 73,000 cars off the road.

Position

At Sustainable Energy First, we’re reimagining what it means to be a People Partner. This isn’t your typical HR role, it’s a shift toward a truly people-first mindset. Here, we believe that “one size fits none”, and we’re looking for someone who champions individuality, inclusion, and innovation in every interaction.

Following a recent acquisition, we’re stepping into an exciting new era, transforming how we work, deepening our commitment to sustainability, and building a culture where high performance and inclusivity go hand in hand. You’ll be at the heart of this transformation, partnering with leaders to turn our people strategy into meaningful action.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on employee issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
• Provide guidance on sensitive HR matters, helping leaders make informed decision
• Collaborate with senior leaders to understand business goals and develop HR strategies that support them
• Analyse workforce data to recommend improvements in structure, roles, or processes
• Guide performance management processes and employee engagement initiatives
• Identify high-potential employees and help design career development paths

Requirements

• Experience as a People Partner (or similar role) in a fast-moving business
• Experience using HiBob and Workable, or similar people systems
• Exposure to Agile ways of working, and how they can be applied to People practices
• A track record of delivering people strategies that improve culture and performance
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and influence skills, with the ability to balance challenge and support
• A confident grasp of UK employment law
• A calm, pragmatic, and proactive approach to problem-solving
• The ability to build trust quickly and work across functions with empathy and clarity
• A bias for action, with the judgment to prioritise what matters most

Other information

Salary: up to £40,000 per annum depending on experience

Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays + your birthday off, increasing to 30 days on length of service

Hybrid working - you must be able to commute to our Lytham office 2 days p/week

Flexible working - including the ability to bank up to 5 extra days off per year

Enhanced paternity/non-pregnant colleague and maternity/pregnant colleague leave

Challenging work and development opportunities

Inclusion and Belonging

We believe that diversity is more than a commitment, it’s at the heart ???? of who we are. We aim to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

We celebrate different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences because we know they make us stronger, bolder and more imaginative, which link to our core values. By fostering a culture of belonging, we aim to provide a workplace where every voice is heard, and every individual can thrive.

Our culture has been set up to bring the best out of our people. If we sound like the kind of business where you’re ready to take the next step, then we look forward to hearing from you!