HR Business Partner
| Posting date: | 22 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 January 2026 |
| Location: | Lancashire, PR7 1NY |
| Company: | Ipsum Utilities Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG6276-CM1465299ChoHBP |
Summary
HR Business Partner – Chorley (includes business travel)
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
Hybrid working
Group Personal Pension Plan
Car allowance
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
Cycle to Work scheme
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
Life assurance cover
Long service recognition
Active local social committees
Regular social events
About the role…
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to join our team at Ipsum, supporting our operational divisions across the utilities sector. This role is key to aligning HR strategy with business goals, working closely with the Head of HR (Operations) to deliver a people-focused plan that drives performance and engagement.
You’ll lead the delivery of local HR projects, partner with line managers to embed best practices, and play a hands-on role in shaping our culture. As part of your remit, you’ll also line manage an HR Apprentice—providing guidance and mentorship as they grow within the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business.
As an HR Business Partner you will…
Deliver targeted workshops to boost line manager skills in disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and more
Empower managers to take ownership of everyday people issues and become more self-sufficient
Support recruitment activities—advertising, screening, interviewing, onboarding—to enhance candidate experience
Champion employee engagement and positive relations through proactive collaboration with managers
Partner with Head of HR (Operations) to implement engagement action plans that drive performance
Embed PeopleHR across divisions to strengthen accountability and enable cultural change
Maintain real-time accuracy of operational data within PeopleHR
Coordinate with Head of HR (Operations) on TUPE, acquisitions, integration, restructuring, and redundancy
Coach managers on handling difficult conversations and resolving issues informally
Provide pragmatic, risk-aware HR advice to managers, escalating to Head of HR (Operations) when needed
Prepare monthly HR reports for senior leadership and board-level business reviews
Use HR metrics to generate insights and drive performance improvements across operational teams
About you…
We are looking for a confident and experienced HR Business Partner who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from the utilities sector and have a strong grasp of employment law, with a proven track record of leading complex change projects such as restructures, TUPE, and variations to terms and conditions. You’ll be comfortable building relationships at all levels, influencing stakeholders, and driving meaningful business impact through strategic HR initiatives.
You’ll be CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum) and educated to degree level, with excellent IT skills across Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to personal development are key, as is the ability to navigate change with confidence. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to take ownership of your HRBP remit, we’d love to hear from you.
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive
workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.
Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info.
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
Hybrid working
Group Personal Pension Plan
Car allowance
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
Cycle to Work scheme
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
Life assurance cover
Long service recognition
Active local social committees
Regular social events
About the role…
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to join our team at Ipsum, supporting our operational divisions across the utilities sector. This role is key to aligning HR strategy with business goals, working closely with the Head of HR (Operations) to deliver a people-focused plan that drives performance and engagement.
You’ll lead the delivery of local HR projects, partner with line managers to embed best practices, and play a hands-on role in shaping our culture. As part of your remit, you’ll also line manage an HR Apprentice—providing guidance and mentorship as they grow within the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business.
As an HR Business Partner you will…
Deliver targeted workshops to boost line manager skills in disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and more
Empower managers to take ownership of everyday people issues and become more self-sufficient
Support recruitment activities—advertising, screening, interviewing, onboarding—to enhance candidate experience
Champion employee engagement and positive relations through proactive collaboration with managers
Partner with Head of HR (Operations) to implement engagement action plans that drive performance
Embed PeopleHR across divisions to strengthen accountability and enable cultural change
Maintain real-time accuracy of operational data within PeopleHR
Coordinate with Head of HR (Operations) on TUPE, acquisitions, integration, restructuring, and redundancy
Coach managers on handling difficult conversations and resolving issues informally
Provide pragmatic, risk-aware HR advice to managers, escalating to Head of HR (Operations) when needed
Prepare monthly HR reports for senior leadership and board-level business reviews
Use HR metrics to generate insights and drive performance improvements across operational teams
About you…
We are looking for a confident and experienced HR Business Partner who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from the utilities sector and have a strong grasp of employment law, with a proven track record of leading complex change projects such as restructures, TUPE, and variations to terms and conditions. You’ll be comfortable building relationships at all levels, influencing stakeholders, and driving meaningful business impact through strategic HR initiatives.
You’ll be CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum) and educated to degree level, with excellent IT skills across Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to personal development are key, as is the ability to navigate change with confidence. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to take ownership of your HRBP remit, we’d love to hear from you.
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive
workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.
Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info.