HR Business Partner
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 August 2025 |
| Location: | Bristol, South West England |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Whitetree |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HRBP |
Summary
HR professionals! Are you ready to make your mark in a values-driven, agile consultancy that puts people first. This is a remote role, open to part time applications from HR Advisors, HR Assistants, HR Business Partners etc based in the Southwest.
About Us
We are Whitetree – a successful and growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, primarily supporting the Defence, Aerospace and Health sectors. It’s our people who set us apart. Our employees sit at the heart of everything we do, and we believe when people thrive, businesses do too.
About the Role
This brand new role has been created during an exciting period of growth and change. As our new HR Business Partner you’ll—join our Talent team of 4, supporting continued success and aims in attracting, developing, engaging and retaining the very best people in our industry.
Can you operate at pace, remain calm under pressure and think clearly in a dynamic environment? If you are a genuine ambassador for your business and its people with sharp insight across day-to-day HR delivery we’d love to hear from you.
You will report to our Chief People Officer, collaborate closely with our Talent Acquisition Manager and highly skilled Senior Leadership Team. Your work will be diverse, hands-on, and impactful supporting us to scale and evolve.
What You'll Be Doing
HR Business Partnering: Building trusted relationships across Whitetree, providing expert HR advice and guidance.
Onboarding: Taking the lead on onboarding activities – offer packs, checks and clearances to first day plans.
Systems: Assisting with the identification, roll out and management of a new HRMS.
Induction: Planning and providing a smooth, value add induction for our newest, talented employees.
Associate Contract Management: Working with our busy Talent team, handling sub-contractor onboarding contracts and compliance.
Policy & Process: Driving the development, compliance and continuous improvement of our people policies and practices.
HR Operations: Manage day-to-day HR queries, records, documentation, and administration with speed and accuracy.
Strategic Initiatives: Contributing to continuous improvement projects in areas such as DEI, employee wellbeing, performance management and reward.
Data & Insights: Gathering data to inform decisions and help shape initiatives that support our people, maintain our expert teams and protect our enviable culture.
What We’re Looking For
Experience within a HR Advisor or HR Business Partner role
Understanding of the fast pace professional services / consultancy model a bonus
Knowledge of HR best practice, UK employment law, contracts and compliance
CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience ideal
Skilled across employee lifecycle from onboarding onwards
Remote working experience is essential - remote work here means independence and flexibility, not isolation
Familiarity with sub-contractor contract handling would be beneficial
Drive and focus, we operate on trust, support and accountability — we won’t be hovering
Proven ability to support stakeholders at all levels – our people are client focused consultants
A creative, solution-focused approach with an eye for continuous improvement - we move quickly in the Talent team
Excellent communication skills, a collaborative can-do mindset with a curious approach - don’t be afraid to ask why and offer a different perspective
A passion for wellbeing, DEI and creating a positive people experience
Current right to live and work in the UK
Southwest based
Ability to travel, typically Bristol area – in person days / meetings circa twice a month
Rewards & Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Flexible working arrangements with early Friday finishes
6% matched pension contributions
All-staff annual bonus scheme
Vitality private medical insurance with salary sacrifice options to add family
Professional development support i.e chartership pathways and an individual training budget
4 half-days of paid time for charity work annually
Access to electric car and cycle to work schemes
Tech salary sacrifice scheme and exclusive discount vouchers
We're proud to have recently become one of the select few Chartered Management Consultancies in the UK. This prestigious accreditation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and ethical conduct in consulting.
Whitetree values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and will not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, building a culture that values openness, fairness, and transparency.
We are a disability confident employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email talent@whitetree.co.uk.
About Us
We are Whitetree – a successful and growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, primarily supporting the Defence, Aerospace and Health sectors. It’s our people who set us apart. Our employees sit at the heart of everything we do, and we believe when people thrive, businesses do too.
About the Role
This brand new role has been created during an exciting period of growth and change. As our new HR Business Partner you’ll—join our Talent team of 4, supporting continued success and aims in attracting, developing, engaging and retaining the very best people in our industry.
Can you operate at pace, remain calm under pressure and think clearly in a dynamic environment? If you are a genuine ambassador for your business and its people with sharp insight across day-to-day HR delivery we’d love to hear from you.
You will report to our Chief People Officer, collaborate closely with our Talent Acquisition Manager and highly skilled Senior Leadership Team. Your work will be diverse, hands-on, and impactful supporting us to scale and evolve.
What You'll Be Doing
HR Business Partnering: Building trusted relationships across Whitetree, providing expert HR advice and guidance.
Onboarding: Taking the lead on onboarding activities – offer packs, checks and clearances to first day plans.
Systems: Assisting with the identification, roll out and management of a new HRMS.
Induction: Planning and providing a smooth, value add induction for our newest, talented employees.
Associate Contract Management: Working with our busy Talent team, handling sub-contractor onboarding contracts and compliance.
Policy & Process: Driving the development, compliance and continuous improvement of our people policies and practices.
HR Operations: Manage day-to-day HR queries, records, documentation, and administration with speed and accuracy.
Strategic Initiatives: Contributing to continuous improvement projects in areas such as DEI, employee wellbeing, performance management and reward.
Data & Insights: Gathering data to inform decisions and help shape initiatives that support our people, maintain our expert teams and protect our enviable culture.
What We’re Looking For
Experience within a HR Advisor or HR Business Partner role
Understanding of the fast pace professional services / consultancy model a bonus
Knowledge of HR best practice, UK employment law, contracts and compliance
CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience ideal
Skilled across employee lifecycle from onboarding onwards
Remote working experience is essential - remote work here means independence and flexibility, not isolation
Familiarity with sub-contractor contract handling would be beneficial
Drive and focus, we operate on trust, support and accountability — we won’t be hovering
Proven ability to support stakeholders at all levels – our people are client focused consultants
A creative, solution-focused approach with an eye for continuous improvement - we move quickly in the Talent team
Excellent communication skills, a collaborative can-do mindset with a curious approach - don’t be afraid to ask why and offer a different perspective
A passion for wellbeing, DEI and creating a positive people experience
Current right to live and work in the UK
Southwest based
Ability to travel, typically Bristol area – in person days / meetings circa twice a month
Rewards & Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Flexible working arrangements with early Friday finishes
6% matched pension contributions
All-staff annual bonus scheme
Vitality private medical insurance with salary sacrifice options to add family
Professional development support i.e chartership pathways and an individual training budget
4 half-days of paid time for charity work annually
Access to electric car and cycle to work schemes
Tech salary sacrifice scheme and exclusive discount vouchers
We're proud to have recently become one of the select few Chartered Management Consultancies in the UK. This prestigious accreditation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and ethical conduct in consulting.
Whitetree values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and will not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, building a culture that values openness, fairness, and transparency.
We are a disability confident employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email talent@whitetree.co.uk.
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