Associate People Business Partner

Associate People Business Partner

The closing date is 12 May 2026.

Are you passionate about HR and ready to make a meaningful impact in the Healthcare sector? Join us as an Associate People Business Partner at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

In this dynamic role, you'll support the People Business Partner in driving strategic people initiatives across our Care Groups. You'll work closely with senior management to develop workforce plans, provide expert HR advice, and champion best practices in people management.

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence key business decisions and contribute to a positive organisational culture, all while ensuring safe and efficient patient care.

Job responsibilities

As an Associate People Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of the People Strategy across our Care Groups. You will provide high quality, customer focused HR advice on a wide range of complex and sensitive issues, including change management, strategic resourcing, workforce planning, employee experience, and more.

To excel in this role, you should possess a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, with CIPD membership being preferred. A thorough understanding of current employment legislation and HR best practices is essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in delivering HR advice in a large organisation, particularly within the NHS or public sector, is highly desirable. You should also have a proven ability to manage change and implement organisational strategies effectively.

Personal attributes such as a proactive, customer focused approach, strong problem solving skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively are crucial for success in this role. You should be an enthusiastic team player, capable of motivating others, and committed to continuous personal development.

Other requirements for the role include the ability to travel independently across Trust sites, a full UK driving licence, and access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance.

Person Specification

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification. CIPD membership preferred.
• In depth knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
• Experience delivering HR advice within large organisations, NHS or public sector preferred.
• Proven ability to manage change and implement organisational strategies.
• Proactive and customer focused approach with ability to prioritise.
• Team player with motivation and commitment to ongoing development.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Trust sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and NHS Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• Family friendly policies and flexible working schemes.
• Access to occupational health services, counselling, and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive staff discounts (Blue Light Card, health service discounts, and major retailers).
• Access to the OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Support for professional development (care certificate, degree, or leadership qualifications).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.