HR Business Partner

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a HR Business Partner to play a pivotal role in our Human Resources department in London.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As a HR Business Partner (HRBP) you will be responsible for connecting the company's human resources (HR) strategies with the overall business goals. This role involves advising managers and leaders on how to manage employees effectively, improve workplace culture, and help the company grow. HRBPs support various HR tasks, including hiring, employee development, performance reviews, and handling workplace issues. They ensure that the company's HR policies and practices are legal, fair, and support both the employees and the business's needs.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

We are looking for candidates with experience as an HR Business Partner in fast paced, change orientated environment including experience of leading business change and TUPE. You will have at least 5-7 years HR Business Partnering or HR Manager experience and be Fully CIPD qualified, ideally Level 7. You will have proven ability to build successful relationships with key stakeholders enabling debate, discussion and challenge as appropriate. Excellent communication and problem solving skills as well as excellent knowledge of employment law are required. 
Significant proven experience and knowledge of TUPE, restructuring, change management and consultation process including redundancy are also desirable for this role.

Please note this is a fixed term contract until 30th September 2025

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.