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CatSci Ltd People Partner in Cardiff, United Kingdom
People Partner
Location: Cardiff | CatSci Ltd
At CatSci, our science is powered by our people. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a proactive and approachable People Partner to join our People & Culture team.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role - ideal for someone who enjoys balancing HR advisory work with day-to-day administration, thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a central role in shaping a positive employee experience.
If you're confident advising managers, passionate about supporting colleagues and motivated by continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As our People Partner, you'll be the first point of contact for people-related queries across the business. You'll work closely with team members and line managers, providing practical, solutions-focused advice across the full employee lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include:
Acting as a trusted first point of contact for HR queries and guidance
Advising managers on absence management, performance concerns and employee relations matters
Supporting managers with investigations, informal and formal processes and documentation
Guiding and coaching managers to build confidence and capability in people management
Supporting team members with queries relating to policies, wellbeing and workplace concerns
Managing HR administration including contracts, offer letters, onboarding documentation and employee records
Supporting recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure a smooth candidate and new starter experience
Maintaining accurate HR systems and reporting
Assisting with policy updates and ensuring compliance with employment legislation
Contributing to People & Culture projects and continuous improvement initiatives
This role offers a great opportunity to influence culture, improve processes and help create a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About you
You're approachable, organised and solutions-focused, with the confidence to provide balanced and pragmatic HR advice. You build trust easily and are comfortable navigating sensitive or complex conversations.
We're particularly interested in people with:
Experience in an HR Advisor, HR Officer or similar generalist role
Experience advising on absence management, performance and employee relations matters
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships at all levels
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confidence handling HR administration accurately and efficiently
A proactive mindset and a collaborative approach
CIPD qualification (or working towards it) would be advantageous but is not essential.
If you don't meet every requirement but believe you could make a strong contribution, we encourage you to apply.
Why join CatSci?
At CatSci, our People & Culture function is central to our growth trajectory. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact, working closely with leaders and colleagues across the organisation.
We offer:
Competitive salary
25 days annual leave, increasing with service
Annual bonus
Company benefits package
Private medical insurance
Life insurance
Wellbeing programme
Flexible working arrangements (subject to agreement)
A collaborative, supportive and ambitious team environment
Ready to apply?
If you're excited about supporting people, strengthening culture and helping a growing business succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help shape the future of People & Culture at CatSci.