Junior People Partner
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£52,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 1136 (69% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £52,900, and OakNorth is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
OakNorth has lent over $21 billion, helped create 58,000 homes and 36,000 jobs since 2015. We move fast, think commercially, and build things that last. Now we're looking for a Junior People Partner to grow with us.
The role
This is a hands-on generalist position sitting within a lean, high-performing People Team. You'll support Senior People Partners across UK and US employee populations — handling real ER cases, contributing to people projects, and partnering directly with managers from day one. No busy work; genuine exposure.
What You'll Do
- Own ER cases end-to-end — managing documentation, advising managers, and escalating where needed
- Support day-to-day partnering across UK and US populations, including performance, probation, and organisational change
- Contribute to People Team projects and cyclical processes (e.g., performance reviews, engagement, workforce planning), supporting research, coordination, documentation, and delivery.
- Produce people data reporting (e.g., headcount, attrition, ER trends, engagement and performance), preparing clear summaries to support People Partner decision-making.
- Bring an AI-first mindset — using tools to streamline project delivery and reporting, improving scalability and the overall employee experience.
- HR experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment
- Solid ER experience managing complex cases with confidence
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law; US exposure is a plus
- Commercially minded, organised, and comfortable with data and HRIS systems
- CIPD qualified or working towards it (or equivalent experience)
You'll be great if you...
- Get energised by variety — no two days looking the same doesn't faze you, it motivates you
- Can hold a difficult conversation with care and confidence, and know when to escalate
- Think beyond process — you're curious about the why behind people decisions, not just the what
- Are comfortable with ambiguity and find your own way to structure and prioritise
- Spot a smarter way of doing something and actually do something about it
- Want to build a career in People, not just fill a role
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with OakNorth, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. OakNorth holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1136 going rate of £52,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.