BRITISH BUSINESS BANK

At the British Business Bank, our mission is to make finance markets work better for smaller businesses across the UK. As part of this commitment, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all colleagues can thrive and bring their best selves to work.
We’re now looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to join our team to cover a 12 month Fixed Term Contract – someone who combines strong HR expertise with a comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and SMCR. A passion for shaping a high-performance culture and a people-centred approach is required.

THE ROLE

As a Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP), you’ll play a key role in delivering proactive, generalist HR support across the organisation, helping to ensure that our people strategy aligns with business priorities. Working in a FCA-regulated environment, you’ll advise and guide on HR practices that meet the requirements of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR), FCA Conduct Rules, and wider compliance standards.
Acting as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders, you’ll provide insight, coaching, and challenge where needed. You’ll support organisational change initiatives, lead on complex employee relations matters, and contribute to a workplace culture that values fairness, accountability, and wellbeing.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Providing expert HR guidance aligned with business plans and the Bank’s people strategy
• Supporting regulated processes including SMCR responsibilities, fitness and propriety assessments, and regulatory training expectations
• Leading or advising on consultations, engagement processes and organisational change programmes
• Building strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the Bank, coaching and influencing to drive effective people outcomes
• Managing complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance and compassionate resolution
• Supporting the implementation of people policies, new processes and HR initiatives to meet evolving regulatory and organisational needs
• Championing inclusive practices and contributing to a culture where all colleagues feel valued, respected and supported