HR Business Partner

Job details

Posted Saturday 04 July 2026
Salary £Excellent + Benefits
Job type Permanent
Discipline HR
Reference 10642
Recruiter Name Danielle Scott

HR Business Partner
Edinburgh | 6 Month FTC | Permanent Potential | Site-Based

We're working with a well known Edinburgh organisation going through an exciting period of growth and change. They're rebuilding their People function with real ambition, and this is a brilliant opportunity to join at an interesting time and make your mark.

This is a hands-on, employee relations focused role. You'll manage a varied ER caseload, support managers through complex people processes and contribute to a team that's actively building its capability and reputation across a large, multi-site, unionised workforce operating throughout the Lothians.

What you'll be doing:

  • Managing a varied ER caseload covering disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, conduct and appeal matters
  • Providing clear, balanced and practical advice to managers, ensuring cases are handled fairly and consistently
  • Supporting investigations, hearings and appeals, including preparing documentation and advising on process
  • Coaching managers to address people issues confidently and at the earliest appropriate stage
  • Building constructive relationships with trade union and employee representatives
  • Identifying themes from casework and contributing to improvements in policy, process and manager guidance

What we're looking for:

  • Solid experience managing ER cases in a busy, fast-paced or operational environment
  • Good working knowledge of UK employment law, ACAS guidance and ER best practice
  • Ability to interpret policy and give clear, proportionate advice under pressure
  • Strong communication skills and confident stakeholder management at all levels
  • CIPD Level 5 or equivalent relevant experience
  • Experience in a unionised, multi-site or similarly complex setting is a real advantage

The role comes with a competitive package and a potential pathway to a permanent position for the right person.

Interested? Get in touch with Danielle Scott at NT Engineering & Manufacturing. All conversations are handled in complete confidence.

📧 dscott@ntem.co.uk | 📞 07425 643 205