HR BUSINESS PARTNER – ITP AERO UK

A high‑impact, people‑centred role supporting Engineering, Maintenance and Support Functions across the UK.

What is the objective of this role and what does it consist of?

As an HR Business Partner at ITP Aero UK, you will have the opportunity to shape and influence the people agenda across our Engineering, Support Functions and Maintenance teams — more than 300 colleagues working across multiple UK sites.

In this role, you will work hand‑in‑hand with senior leaders, including the UK Engineering Director, to deliver strategic people initiatives that drive performance, engagement and capability. You will play an active role in:

• Developing leadership capability
• Supporting organisational effectiveness and change
• Driving talent and succession planning
• Enhancing employee engagement
• Providing strong, pragmatic ER guidance and case management

• Effective and transparent collaboration with our recognised trade unions

As part of a small, collaborative and high‑performing HR team, you will enjoy variety, autonomy and the chance to genuinely shape outcomes. We value people who are flexible, proactive and willing to get involved wherever needed — no two days look the same here.

You will work in an environment where constructive industrial relations are key to success. This includes supporting formal and informal consultation, maintaining positive working relationships with union representatives and contributing to a culture of open dialogue and mutual respect.

You will also partner closely with the Operations HR Business Partner and may lead or support cross‑site initiatives and business change projects as required.

What profile are we looking for?

Education

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR qualification/experience (desirable)

Experience

• HR Business Partner experience supporting leaders and managers (essential)
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing or technical environments (desirable)
• Strong employee relations experience, including investigations, disciplinaries and grievances (essential)
• Experience in organisational change, restructuring or transformation projects (desirable)

• Experience working collaboratively with trade unions or within a unionised environment (desirable)

Knowledge

• UK Employment Law (essential)
• HR best practice and employee life‑cycle processes (essential)
• Talent management, succession planning and workforce planning (desirable)
• Apprenticeships and early careers pathways (desirable)
• Engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments (desirable)

Soft Skills

• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder influencing skills (essential)
• High resilience, adaptability and a willingness to "get stuck in" (essential)
• Strong analytical thinking and sound decision-making (essential)
• Proactive, organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities (desirable)

What training will you receive to be able to carry out the role?

You will join a supportive and experienced HR team where collaboration and shared learning are central to how we work. From day one, you will have access to guidance, mentoring and ongoing development opportunities that will help you grow into an even stronger HR partner.

You will be trained in:

• ITP Aero’s people processes, systems and HR governance
• Employment law updates and HR policy application
• Talent, performance and leadership capability frameworks
• Apprenticeship and early careers programmes
• HRIS, recruitment platforms and reporting tools

This role is of interest to you if...

• You enjoy partnering with leaders to influence culture, engagement and team performance
• You are motivated by variety and enjoy hands‑on HR work within a small, supportive team
• You like problem-solving and supporting people-focused change
• You thrive in environments where every day brings something new

Who will I work with?

You will be based at our Hucknall site in Nottinghamshire, working alongside experts in one of the world’s leading aerospace engine and component manufacturers.

You will partner closely with:

• The UK Engineering Director and engineering leadership teams
• HR Business Partner for Operations
• Site Directors and managers across all UK locations
• The wider UK People Team including HR Operations, Recruitment and Learning & Development

There will also be occasional travel to our UK site in Whetstone, Leicestershire and to other Global ITP Aero sites (e.g. Spain).

What are the working hours?

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week.

What is the location?

ITP Aero UK Ltd
Harrier Business Park
Dorey Way
Hucknall
Nottinghamshire
NG15 6YG

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/kCU4BAjtGHk7VsiQ9

What is the remuneration and competitive employee benefits?

C6 Manager Level

• 25 days annual leave (inclusive of 5 fixed days)
• 6 Leisure Days (earned by working 1 additional hour per week)
• Pension Scheme with company contributions rising to 12% after 3 years
• Optional Salary Sacrifice AVCs
• Hybrid working
• Flexible Benefits platform
• Life Assurance – 6x salary
• Income Protection
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee discount platform
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Additional leave for Marriage, Moving House and Dependant needs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 GP access
• Health & wellbeing rewards
• Paid Professional Membership
• Bonus scheme applicable to role

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 1 May 2026 at midnight.

We may close applications early if we receive high volumes — early applications are strongly encouraged.

❓ Questions about the role?

Email the HR Team at: ukpeopleteam@itpaero.com