People Business Partner

Company: Blackwood Homes and Care
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive People Business Partner to join our People and Communications Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, influencing positive change, and delivering strategic people solutions that support organisational goals.

As a trusted partner to managers and senior leaders, you will play a key role in workforce planning, employee engagement, organisational development, and change management. You will help shape a high-performance culture where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

About the role

As People Business Partner, you will:

  • Build strong partnerships with managers and senior leaders across designated business areas
  • Provide expert advice and support on employee relations matters including performance management, absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability cases
  • Support workforce planning, succession planning, talent development and recruitment activity
  • Use people data and insights to identify trends and inform business decisions
  • Lead and support change management and organisational development initiatives
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of people policies and ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice
  • Champion diversity, equity and inclusion across all people practices
  • Promote employee wellbeing, engagement and a positive workplace culture

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Proven experience in a People Business Partner or senior HR advisory role
  • A CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience
  • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
  • Experience of supporting managers with complex employee relations and absence management cases
  • Experience of workforce planning, change management and policy development
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to use HR systems and people data to drive decision-making
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

It would also be beneficial if you have:

  • Experience working within a regulated sector such as healthcare or social care
  • Experience supporting talent management and succession planning initiatives
  • A full clean driving licence and willingness to travel between locations when required

What we’re looking for

The successful candidate will be:

  • A trusted and credible advisor
  • Committed to diversity, equality and inclusion
  • Honest, professional and approachable
  • Flexible and solutions-focused
  • Committed to continuous professional development

This is an opportunity to make a real impact within a values-led organisation. You will work alongside a supportive team, partner with leaders across the business, and play an important role in shaping the employee experience.

We offer:

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A supportive and inclusive working environment
  • The chance to make a real impact in the community

Our employee benefits:

  • Access to Health and Wellbeing resources such as, 24 hour GP service, physiotherapy, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and in-house Mental Health First Aiders
  • Opportunity to participate in internal support networks such as employee engagement, wellbeing and digital forums
  • Discounts at major online and High Street retailers

Apply now

If you are looking for a role where you can influence change, support people to thrive, and contribute to organisational success, we would love to hear from you.

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Posted: April 18th, 2026