People Partner

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

As a People Partner, you’ll support your client group as a trusted advisor and coach, working closely with a Senior People Partner and with the backing of a People Advisor. This is a true generalist role, giving you the scope to influence, guide, and shape both people and business outcomes.

In this role, you’ll blend strategic HR expertise with a people-first mindset, ensuring core processes run seamlessly, and strong, trusted partnerships are built across the business. You’ll play a key role in shaping initiatives that drive engagement, enhance ways of working, and strengthen a culture where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

You’re excited by the idea of joining a close-knit, passionate People team that’s all about driving culture and creating impact. If you want a role where you can make a genuine difference, shape how we support our people, and be part of a team that truly cares — this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• Be a trusted partner to your client groups – providing proactive, solution-focused advice that helps leaders deliver their team and business objectives.
• Leverage people data by providing reports, analysing trends, risks, and opportunities, and turning insights into actions that drive stronger outcomes for both people and the business.
• Guide and coach managers supporting them through employee relations issues such as performance management, wellbeing, conflict resolution, and organisational change with confidence and empathy.
• Champion our culture and values embedding Immediate’s culture consistently across teams, ensuring alignment and a positive employee experience at every touchpoint.
• Collaborate across the People function working with Talent, L&D, Reward, EDI, Comms and Events to deliver a seamless end-to-end employee experience.
• Support organisational design and development driving engagement, team effectiveness, and performance through thoughtful organisational development, succession planning, and change initiatives.
• Collaborate with the People Partnering and ED&I team on training, feedback sessions, surveys, and policies that create lasting cultural change and foster a forward-thinking and inclusive workplace.
• Champion wellbeing initiatives, by promoting mental health awareness, encouraging use of EAPs, Mental Health Champions/First Aiders, flexible working, or wellbeing tools.  
• Ensure all company policies, guidelines and procedures are up to date and in line with current employment law.

• Proven HR experience in a business partner or advisory role, ideally within a fast-paced, commercial environment.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and confidence in handling employee relations matters (e.g., performance management, wellbeing, conflict resolution, change management).
• Data-driven mindset – comfortable analysing people data and using insights to shape decisions and strategies.
• Strong coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to guide and challenge managers at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills – able to build trusted relationships, simplify complex issues, and adapt your style to different audiences.
• Collaborative and cross-functional – experienced in working closely with teams like Talent, Reward, L&D, and EDI to deliver an end-to-end people experience.
• Proactive problem-solver – you spot issues before they escalate and create practical, people-first solutions.
• Passion for culture and wellbeing – committed to building an inclusive, engaging environment where people can thrive.
• Organisational design and change experience (desirable) – helping shape teams and structures that support business growth.