HR Business Partner

Scottish Development International

HR Business Partner shaping people strategy and employee experience at Scotland’s food safety regulator. Advising leaders, managing casework, analysing HR data and delivering workforce projects.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeAberdeen • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £39,767 - £45,472 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR policies, processes, and employment legislation while effectively managing the employee lifecycle and supporting senior leaders. Proficient in data analysis and reporting to inform decision-making and improve HR service delivery.

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CIPD MembershipHR Policy ApplicationData AnalysisStakeholder CollaborationPerformance Casework Management

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Hard Skills

HR Systems UsageData InterpretationAttendance ManagementDisciplinary CaseworkGrievance HandlingPerformance ManagementRecruitment Process SupportHR ReportingProject ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicating and InfluencingRelationship BuildingDecision MakingCustomer Support

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPD Associate MembershipBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Industry Keywords

Scottish Government HR PoliciesEmployee LifecycleFSS People StrategyWorkforce PlanGovernance Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise and support senior leaders, managers and staff throughout all stages of the employee lifecycle
Coach stakeholders toward effective people and business solutions
Support management teams in applying Scottish Government HR policies and procedures
Handle attendance management, disciplinary, grievance and performance casework
Advise and support the recruitment process and ensure local governance processes are followed
Undertake projects supporting the FSS People Strategy and Workforce Plan
Improve HR systems, processes and service delivery
Analyse data and produce HR reports and metrics to identify trends and risks
Matrix manage the HR Co-ordinator and ensure high-quality customer support
Represent HR at working groups and programme boards
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate level membership of the CIPD or equivalent
Knowledge of key HR policies, processes and employment legislation
Ability to research, interpret and apply HR policies and legislation
Ability to assess issues and risks and escalate when required
Ability to use HR systems and source and interpret data
Ability to record and maintain system data effectively
Experience building and managing relationships and partnerships
Experience building capability and using data and evidence to make decisions and influence
Communicating and Influencing – Level 3
Working Together – Level 3
Making Effective Decisions – Level 3
Managing a Quality Service – Level 3
Existing and ongoing right to work in the UK
Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
CV and supporting statement of no more than 1000 words
Ability to attend an interview and presentation if invited

Benefits

Comp & perks

35 hours per week
Flexible working options
Flexi-leave
Hybrid working with a mix of office-based and remote working
Supportive and inclusive working environment
Wide range of employee benefits
Recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them