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HR Business Partner (Specialising in Mergers, Acquisitions & Special Projects)
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Salary: £44,000 plus £6,000 car allowance
Type: Permanent
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and experienced HR Business Partner to join our clients team, focusing on Mergers, Acquisitions, and Special Projects. Based at any of our client's UK locations, this role will require national travel. As the HR Business Partner, you will play a key role in overseeing and managing the seamless execution of acquisition-related activities, ensuring efficient integration processes. You will conduct comprehensive HR due diligence and lead the integration planning and implementation efforts to support the company’s ongoing growth and success. Additionally, you will take charge of special projects that drive efficiency, process improvements, and technological advancements across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Lead the HR due diligence process by thoroughly reviewing the target company’s organizational structure, employment contracts, remuneration and incentive structures, HR policies, employee benefits, training and development programs (including apprenticeships and graduate schemes), and any historical employment liabilities.
Identify and address potential risks in the target company’s HR data, escalating relevant issues to the HR Director and Head of HR (Operations).
Analyse the target company’s workforce to identify synergies, potential for integration, and opportunities for post-acquisition efficiency improvements.
Develop and implement workforce integration plans, ensuring that the target company’s structure is aligned with the existing company structure and that potential overlaps, gaps in skills, and discrepancies in pay, benefits, and terms and conditions are addressed.
Ensure clear and transparent communication with all stakeholders, providing timely responses to queries and addressing concerns to build trust and promote a smooth transition.
Compile comprehensive HR due diligence reports for senior management.
Collaborate with the operational HR business partner team to plan and execute post-acquisition HR integration, ensuring the workforce is aligned and operationally efficient.
Identify areas for improvement within the HR acquisition process, proposing and implementing improvements where applicable.
Special Projects

Work alongside the operational HR business partner team to continuously improve HR processes and maximize the use of technology to drive efficiency and consistency across the organization.
Develop clear project plans, set KPIs, and define timelines to ensure successful project delivery.
Collaborate with various stakeholders across the business to ensure HR projects meet strategic business objectives and support organizational growth.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance HR processes, streamline operations, and create a positive impact on the business’s bottom line.
About You
Qualifications & Experience

Full UK driving licence.
CIPD Level 7 qualification (desirable).
Chartered membership of the CIPD (desirable).
Proven experience in HR, particularly in Mergers & Acquisitions and managing special projects.
Strong track record of building trusted relationships with business leaders, providing clear HR guidance, commercial advice, and solutions-focused support.
Expertise in managing people and cultural change, with the ability to mitigate and manage conflict effectively.
Comprehensive knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to manage complex relationships.
Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
Resilience and tenacity in navigating unforeseen challenges and working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to manage competing priorities and changing circumstances effectively.
Strong project management skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines.
A collaborative team player with the ability to work independently when required.
Benefits

Career Development: Access to professional qualifications and career accreditation.
Health & Wellbeing:

Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health support and counseling services.
24/7 access to virtual GP services.
Occupational health support to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Tax-Efficient Benefits:

Salary Exchange options, including Cycle to Work scheme.

Pension Scheme: Group Personal Pension Scheme.
Holiday Allowance: 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays.

Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year.

Employee Discount Scheme: Enjoy discounts at hundreds of retailers, including supermarkets, mobile phone providers, gym memberships, and more.
Social Committees: Active local social committees with regular events and activities.
Life Assurance: Cover of 3x annual salary.
Flexible Working: Opportunity to work flexibly, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
Long Service Awards: Recognition for your loyalty and dedication.
Volunteer Opportunities: Get involved in local community projects and make a positive impact.
This role is full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), with flexible working arrangements available.
How to Apply
If you’re excited by the opportunity and believe this is the next step in your career, send your updated CV to (url removed) or give me a call at (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Looking forward to hearing from you