People Partner (12 Months FTC)
OLIVER Agency
| Company | OLIVER Agency |
| Category | HR & Recruiting |
| Location | London |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.
As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results. ROLE : People Partner (12 Months Maternity Leave Cover)
LOCATION: London
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM:
We are seeking an ambitious, hard-working individual to join our People Team to take it to the next level. You will continually challenge the status quo to ensure that we are the best People team in the business!
In addition to ensuring compliance of all the usual HR protocols, you will also provide a comprehensive, proactive and efficient HR service by providing information, guidance and coaching to employees and managers across all employment related matters, in support of the HR and business strategy, working across all brands within the Inside Ideas Group. Working alongside the Senior People Partners, you will also support the roll out of key People initiatives to help deliver the OLIVER HR People strategy.
This role will be supporting our onsite, office based and remote/hybrid teams, varied, fast paced and requires someone who can think on their feet, be proactive, be agile and hungry to learn and succeed.
WHAT YOU WILL YOU BE DOING:
HR Generalist Support:
Serve as the dedicated regional People Partner for employees and managers across Inside Ideas Group in the UK — providing guidance, coaching, and practical HR support on all employment-related matters
Maintain current, accurate knowledge of UK employment law and ensure all advice reflects up-to-date legislation and best practice
Provide reports on HR metrics to the business, with clear and actionable insight
Employee Relations:
Own and manage complex employee relations cases end-to-end — including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, sickness and absence, and capability processes
Coach and support managers in handling staffing issues confidently and fairly, escalating to the Senior People Partner where appropriate
Ensure all ER activity is handled with rigour, consistency, and in full compliance with current legislation
Change Management:
Own and deliver end-to-end change management programmes — including redundancies, restructuring, and TUPE — managing process, communication, and stakeholder engagement throughout
Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to identify and support redeployment opportunities within change programmes
People Initiatives and Projects:
Support the Senior People Partners in rolling out key People initiatives as part of the OLIVER HR People strategy
Monitor employee feedback and work closely with stakeholders to drive engagement, development, and support across the business
Support the salary review process — contributing evidence-based input and challenging decisions where appropriate
Payroll and Process:
Represent People Partnering in monthly payroll meetings, providing guidance on process improvements that reduce errors and improve accuracy
Line Management:
Line manage HR Administrators — providing training, developmental support, and clear day-to-day direction to support their growth and performance
Team and Stakeholder Engagement:
Lead and facilitate team meetings that foster engagement and active contribution
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