HR Business Partner

Role Overview

• Partners with operational leaders to design and execute robust people plans that enable business targets, ensuring teams have the right capability, capacity and structure at the right time.
• Advises leaders on organisational design, workforce planning and capability development to support a scalable and efficient operating model.
• Contributes to HR team goals, driving continuous improvement in processes, service delivery and employee experience.
• Uses people analytics and operational data to identify trends, drive opportunities and decisions to improve performance, productivity, engagement and retention.
• Partners with HR Centres of Excellence to ensure recruitment, onboarding and development initiatives fully support operational needs.
• Supports annual people cycles including performance reviews, compensation, benefits enrolment and bonus processes ensuring high-quality execution by leadership.
• Provides expert ER advice, coaching and support to managers on complex or sensitive issues, including performance, conduct, grievances, absence and disputes.
• Ensures all cases are managed fairly, consistently and in a way that supports Greystar’s culture and legal compliance across the UK and Ireland.
• Develops actions and communications that enhance engagement, wellbeing and manager capability, acting as a champion for Greystar’s values.
• HR lead for organisational change, acquisitions, dispositions and TUPE activity within Property Management, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for incoming team members.
• Coaches managers on leading change effectively, ensuring communication and engagement plans land with impact.
• Stays up to date with HR legislation, reviewing and updating HR policies for UK and Ireland, ensuring legal compliance, clarity and alignment with business needs.
• Ensures compliance with employment legislation, regulatory requirements and internal standards, escalating risks where appropriate.
• Works closely with colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Europe, India and the US to ensure alignment and share best practice.
• Develops strong relationships with Corporate and Operations People Leaders, ensuring a joined‑up and proactive approach to people support.

Requirements

• Significant experience in a generalist HR role.
• CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience).
• Strong proficiency in HR systems, Microsoft Office and data-driven decision making.
• Strong numerical reasoning skills with the ability to work confidently with people metrics, reporting and financial information.
• Deep knowledge and practical application of UK employment law; working knowledge of Irish employment law advantageous.
• Proven success in an HR management role within a fast-paced, operational environment (Property Management or similar desirable).
• Experience leading or supporting organisational change, TUPE transfers, acquisitions or large-scale onboarding.
• Strong experience managing employee relations cases from start to resolution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong capability in recruitment, performance management and reward processes.
• Commercially astute with the ability to translate business needs into pragmatic people solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills with credibility at all levels.
• Calm, resilient and able to exercise sound judgement under pressure.
• Customer-focused, flexible and collaborative approach to working with others.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Professional development