Senior People Partner

Senior People Partner

Sadler's Wells Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Artform: Performing arts
Role: Human Resources
Contract: Permanent
London

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Sadler's Wells is a world-leading creative organisation dedicated to dance in all its forms. Our mission is to make and share dance that inspires us all.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior People Partner to provide strategic people insight alongside high quality operational delivery across the full employee lifecycle. This is a senior, influential role, working in a complex environment and partnering closely with leaders to shape people-centred, inclusive and pragmatic solutions. We are looking for someone with strong coaching capability and a proven track record of developing manager confidence and effectiveness. Exceptional communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to influence at all levels are essential.

Sadler's Wells benefits include:

Employee Assistance Programme
Complementary tickets and discounts
Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy
Additional pay for parental and family leave subject to eligibility

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Thursday 30 April 2026. Interviews will take place on Thursday 14 May 2026.

For more information, please click apply.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio-economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

Sadler's Wells is a PiPA (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts) Charter Partner, striving towards creating a more family friendly working environment.

If you would like support or have any queries regarding the format or submission of the application, please contact us on [email protected].

For a list of all our current opportunities, please go to the Sadler's Wells website sadlerswells.com/vacancies. Please note that if you have not already done so, you will be required to register an account with us when you first apply for one of our opportunities.

Job Requirements

As an experienced people professional, you will have operated at senior level within a comparable multi-site organisation. You will bring demonstrable experience of managing complex casework, supporting organisational change and contributing to initiatives that strengthen diversity, inclusion and belonging. You will have an in-depth understanding of UK employment and equality legislation and be confident acting as a subject matter expert, advising on best practice and risk aware decision making.

We are looking for someone with strong coaching capability and a proven track record of developing manager confidence and effectiveness. Exceptional communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to influence at all levels are essential.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Senior People Partner
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Human Resources
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
  • Location:
    London