Talent & Development Business Partner

At Geely, our story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea, an idea that has driven us to become one of the world’s most forward-thinking automotive groups. For nearly three decades, we’ve been redefining mobility through our iconic global brands, including Geely Auto, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, the London Electric Vehicle Company, Farizon, and more. We are Geely Auto UK, the UK arm of Geely Auto Group. Having entered the market in 2025 with our first electric SUV, the Geely EX5, we’re continuing to grow rapidly as we build a nationwide dealer and service network.

As the Talent & Development Business Partner, you will play a key role in our HR team, providing senior HR support, training, cultural development, and expertise in UK employment law and payroll. You’ll work closely with managers and employees across the business, supporting a range of people and legal processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment with hiring managers and improve hiring processes and tools.
• Monitor vacancy progress, identify issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure timely, high-quality hiring decisions.
• Salary benchmarking.
• Design and deliver management training and capability-building programmes.
• Support talent management, including performance/potential assessments and succession planning.
• Facilitate talent reviews and follow up on development actions.
• Promote and reinforce company culture and values across the organisation.
• Lead HR initiatives that strengthen engagement, effectiveness, and culture.
• Provide expert guidance on UK employment law and ensure policy compliance.
• Coach managers on employee relations matters.
• Oversee employee lifecycle processes and improve HR tools, templates, and workflows.
  
  

Essential

Education, training, and experience

• Strong background in Recruitment, Training, or HR Business Partner/Advisory roles, ideally in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in employee relations, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management; employment law knowledge or qualification preferred.
• Confident with Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Experience leading projects and working flexibly across HR functions.
• Knowledge of benefits administration and employee engagement initiatives.
• Experience supporting a sizeable, fast-moving business across industries such as automotive, marketing, sales, retail, or hospitality.
  
  

Desirable

• Automotive industry experience
• CIPD Level 5 or above
  
  

Skills And Personal Characteristics Required

• Ability to communicate and influence at all levels
• A solution driven, creative thinker
• Flexible and adaptable
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
  
  

What Can We Offer You Beyond The Salary

• Car Allowance
• ECOS Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance – Family Cover
• x6 Life assurance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Medicash
• Bike2work Scheme
  
  

We Are An Equal Opportunities Employer

At Geely Auto UK, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role, we warmly welcome your application.

The Geely story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea. When founder, Eric Li, chose the name Geely, meaning ‘lucky’, it was about much more than just good fortune. His ambition was to build something that would move people forward with confidence and optimism. Today, that same spirit drives everything Geely does.