Strategic People Partner (HR Change Specialist / Business Partner) – Part Time

Strategic People Partner (HR Change Specialist / Business Partner) – Part Time

Daily Rate: £196.07 PAYE plus holiday Pay or £256.62 Umbrella

Location: Barbican Centre, London EC2Y (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract (Part-Time, 21 hours per week)

Contract Duration: ASAP until 31 December 2026 (may be extended)

Our client, one of the world's leading arts and cultural institutions, is seeking an experienced Strategic People Partner to provide high-level HR support during a significant period of organisational change. This role is an excellent opportunity for a senior HR professional with strong business partnering and change management expertise.

Day-to-day of the role

Lead and support change management initiatives, including restructures, consultation exercises, and redundancy programmes.

Partner with senior managers and department heads to provide strategic HR advice and workforce planning support.

Advise on complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and sickness cases.

Support leadership teams with organisational design, talent planning, and performance management.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, HR policies, and best practices.

Drive inclusive recruitment and onboarding practices.

Analyse people data and trends to inform decision-making and workforce strategies.

Collaborate with Corporate HR, Occupational Health, Learning & Development, and other specialist teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Significant experience operating at HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor level.

Strong experience leading and supporting organisational change programmes.

Proven knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

Experience managing complex employee relations cases.

CIPD qualification (or working towards) and/or relevant HR degree.

Excellent influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical and organisational skills.

Experience within the arts, cultural, public sector, or higher education environment would be advantageous.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate.

Hybrid working model, providing flexibility.

Opportunity to work within a prestigious arts and cultural institution.

Exposure to high-level strategic HR initiatives and projects.

If you have the necessary skill set please apply online today!