HR Business Partner (12 Month Maternity Cover)

HR Business Partner (12 Month Maternity Cover)

Imperial War Museum Closing date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Artform: Museums
Role: Human Resources
Contract: Contract
London

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Yyou will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organisation, guiding them through change, organisational development, people challenges, and cultural evolution. You will have a direct impact on employee experience, wellbeing, inclusion, talent development, and the strength of our brand.

Job Description

IWM is delivering an ambitious transformation agenda - with one of our core organisational objectives being to make IWM a fantastic place to work. The People & Culture team plays a central role in shaping how we support, develop and empower our people so they can deliver extraordinary work every day. As our HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organisation, guiding them through change, organisational development, people challenges, and cultural evolution. You will have a direct impact on employee experience, wellbeing, inclusion, talent development, and the strength of our employer brand. This role is an opportunity to shape a modern, people centred HR function in a unique organisation with a powerful mission.

Job Requirements

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent senior-level HR/OD/change experience Strong ability to deliver impactful HR advice at senior management level Experience managing complex people initiatives, organisational change or multi stakeholder projects Confidence handling senior-level conversations with sound judgement and discretion Experience supporting performance, employee relations and people development Ability to work effectively under pressure, balancing planned work with unplanned issues Experience identifying, designing and implementing People initiatives Strategic partnering experience, particularly around organisational design and development

Job Responsibilities

You'll work in partnership with senior leaders and managers across all directorates, ensuring that People & Culture is a trusted, proactive and strategic partner. You'll collaborate with specialists in Learning & Development, People Operations, Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and organisational leadership to deliver a cohesive, high-impact People service. Hybrid working is available, with on site presence guided by business needs, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: HR Business Partner (12 Month Maternity Cover)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Museums
  • Role: Human Resources
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    London

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