Interim 6 Month HR Business Partner

Rock Compliance Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A compliance consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a 6-month FTC to lead TUPE transfers and manage post-acquisition integration. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of UK employment law and proven experience in managing complex employee relations and project delivery. This role is field/remote based with travel as needed, providing an excellent opportunity to support significant organisational change.

Benefits

Business phone

Company events & fun days

Company pension scheme

Referral programme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience leading TUPE transfers in complex environments.
• Knowledge of UK employment law regarding TUPE and consultation.
• Experience in post-acquisition integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the TUPE process and ensure compliance.
• Advise senior leaders on TUPE-related matters.
• Develop consultation materials for impacted employee groups.
• Support integration plans covering structure and culture.

Skills

TUPE transfers

UK employment law

Post-merger integration

Communication skills

Project management

Employee relations

CIPD qualified

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

Interim 6 Month HR Business Partner - Rock Compliance

We are seeking an experienced HR Consultant with specialist expertise in TUPE and post‑acquisition integration to support a significant organisational change programme.

This role will lead on the end‑to‑end TUPE process, ensuring compliance, effective communication, and a smooth transition for impacted employees. The Consultant will also play a key role in aligning culture as part of the wider integration plan. This role will be Field/Remote based with regular travel to offices when required and is offered on a 6‑Month FTC basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Group and Divisional M&A Team in completing the full TUPE process including due diligence, employee liability information, consultation planning, and transfer execution.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders, managers, and HR colleagues on all TUPE‑related matters, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and deliver consultation materials, communications, and engagement plans for impacted employee groups.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, HR, and operational teams to ensure all statutory obligations and internal governance requirements are met.
• Support the design and implementation of integration plans covering organisational structure, policies, processes, culture, and ways of working.
• Conduct policy audits and harmonisation work, recommending updates and supporting change implementation.
• Manage employee relations issues arising from the transfer, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution.
• Provide coaching and support to managers to build capability in handling change and embedding new practices.
• Track project milestones, maintain accurate documentation, and report progress to key stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading TUPE transfers, ideally in complex or multi‑site environments.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law relating to TUPE, consultation, and organisational change.
• Demonstrated experience in post‑merger or post‑acquisition integration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong project management capability and ability to work at pace.
• Experience managing complex employee relations matters.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high‑quality outcomes to tight timelines.
• CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience.

Company Benefits

• Business phone
• Company events & fun days
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro Rata)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Facilities Services