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HR Business Partner

Job details
Posting date: 04 June 2026
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 July 2026
Location: SO14 3TJ
Remote working: On-site only
Company: CMA Recruitment Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: AR69634-42626

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Summary

We are working with a well-established organisation in the transport and logistics sector, based in Southampton. This company has built a strong reputation for innovation and operational excellence, supported by a collaborative culture and a commitment to employee development. With a growing footprint and ongoing strategic objectives, they are seeking a dedicated HR Business Partner to join their team.

The organisation offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance.

What will the HR Business Partner role involve?

    • Acting as a trusted adviser to line managers, supporting workforce planning, talent management and employee relations
    • Leading initiatives that enhance HR strategies aligned with business objectives, fostering a positive and compliant workplace culture
    • Managing complex employment matters, including union relations, ensuring effective communication and resolution
    • Facilitating organisational change projects and performance improvement programmes
    • Promoting continuous improvement within HR processes to support operational excellence and employee engagement

    This role offers an opportunity to influence HR practices within a forward-thinking organisation, contributing to its ongoing success.

    Suitable Candidate for the HR Business Partner vacancy:

      • Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role within a unionised environment, preferably within the logistics or transport sector
      • Strong understanding of employment law, employee relations and union negotiations
      • Demonstrable experience developing and delivering HR strategies aligned with operational goals
      • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
      • Proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace

      Additional benefits and information:

        • Salary dependent on experience between £55-60,000
        • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
        • Generous holiday allowance with options to purchase additional leave
        • Bonus scheme and pension contributions
        • Clear pathways for career development within a growing organisation

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