People Partner

Overview As a People Business Partner at Arup, you will deliver consistent people practices, manage employee relations, and execute core People programs in a complex, matrix environment. You will partner with managers, People Partners, and Centers of Expertise to provide compliant, employee‐focused solutions and to promote engagement.

The role emphasizes advisory support, wellbeing, and the use of data insights to shape people strategy and outcomes. Pay / Benefits Profit Share Private medical insurance Life assurance Accident insurance Income protection Flexible benefits Responsibilities Coach and counsel managers on performance, development, and engagement matters Build strong partnerships with managers and staff to advise on People practices Guide managers on delivering feedback, development conversations, and performance management Coordinate annual activities such as appraisals, promotions, and salary reviews Conduct exit interviews and manage the exit process with People Services Collaborate with Centers of Expertise to deliver seamless client service Present information on People programs at staff meetings Work with cross‐functional teams to drive consistent practices and high‐quality outcomes Use People analytics to inform leaders and propose forward‐looking solutions Lead and support employee wellbeing initiatives and a healthy work culture Participate in People Team projects independently or in teams Support Equity, Diversity & Inclusion integration into People Strategy Escalate and raise awareness of complex or high‐risk people issues within the business Contribute to a culture that respects diversity and aligns with Arup's mission Key requirements Experience as a People Business Partner in a complex matrix organisation Solid understanding of policies, practices, employment and employee relations frameworks Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and balance goals of leaders Ability to build relationships across geographies, in person and virtually Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of local employment law (preferred) Strong client and service delivery orientation Proactive with capacity to engage leadership to develop solutions Demonstrates integrity and honors commitments Comfortable with ambiguity and change, agile in approach Non‐hierarchical communications with both technical and non‐technical stakeholders Calm under pressure and self‐aware with ownership of actions Passionate about people and improving service quality Collaborative mindset Strong communication Adaptability and resilience HR policies and employee relations frameworks People analytics and data‐driven decision making Stakeholder management and cross‐functional collaboration

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