Senior People Partner

Salary Range: £60,000 – £70,000. Leonardo UK operates a grade‑based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Your Impact

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior People Partner to work closely with senior leaders across our Finance and Project Controls functions, while also leading and delivering strategic people initiatives across the Integrated Sensing and Protection (ISP) Line of Business. The role works collaboratively with colleagues across the wider People Team, including Talent Attraction, Learning & Development, Early Careers and Reward, to deliver an integrated people service.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders to understand business priorities and provide strategic people advice that supports the achievement of business objectives.
• Partner with Finance and Project Controls Organisation leadership teams to implement the UK People Plan and deliver people solutions aligned to functional and business priorities.
• Lead and deliver strategic people projects across the ISP Line of Business, working collaboratively across functions to drive organisational effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted coach to leaders, supporting organisational change, leadership capability and effective people management.
• Use people data and insight to identify trends, inform decision making and shape people interventions that improve business performance.
• Champion Employee Experience and Inclusion as key elements of the wider business strategy, actively supporting initiatives, networks and forums that enhance both across Leonardo UK.
• Support organisational design, workforce planning and talent initiatives to ensure the business is appropriately structured and equipped for future success.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, supporting managers to resolve complex cases while mitigating business risk and ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
• Work collaboratively with the wider People Team to deliver a seamless, high‑quality people service and contribute to the continuous development of People practices across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experienced HR Business Partner or People Partner with a proven track record of delivering strategic and operational people support, ideally within a technology, engineering or complex business environment.
• Experience of building credible relationships and influencing senior stakeholders to deliver positive business and people outcomes.
• Ability to lead and deliver cross‑functional people projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Strong coaching and influencing skills, with confidence to challenge constructively and support leaders in developing high‑performing teams.
• Ability to translate business strategy into practical people solutions that drive organisational performance.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of UK employment law and employee relations.
• Experience of using people data and insights to support decision making and measure the impact of people initiatives.
• CIPD qualification (Level5 or Level7) or equivalent experience desirable.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across the wider People Team and builds strong partnerships across the business.
• Good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for the Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work‑life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part‑time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

Accessibility

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Job Details

Primary Location: GB – Basildon. Contract Type: Permanent. Hybrid Working: Onsite. International, multicultural, innovative.

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