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Join Our Team as an HR Business Partner! People are at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for a talented HR Business Partner to help us continue building an exceptional workplace culture. Founded in 1879, Fulham Football Club is London’s oldest professional football club and one of the most historic names in English football. Based at the iconic Craven Cottage on the banks of the River Thames, Fulham FC competes in the Premier League and operates at the intersection of elite sport, global entertainment and community heritage.
The Club is part of a wider sporting and business group and combines a deep respect for tradition with modern, progressive ambition. Fulham FC is proud of its loyal fanbase, strong community roots and growing international profile. Our Vision is to be a progressive Premier League club that balances sporting success with long-term stability, commercial growth and a positive impact on our people, supporters and community.
Working at Fulham FC is fast-paced, collaborative and purpose-driven. Employees are united by a shared passion for football and pride in representing a historic Club. The culture blends the intensity and accountability of elite sport with a supportive, professional working environment. People are expected to be adaptable, resilient and solutions-focused, while leaders are encouraged to empower, develop and inspire their teams.
Fulham FC values diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and is committed to creating an environment where people can perform at their best and feel a strong sense of belonging. You'll be a trusted advisor to leaders, helping them navigate people challenges, develop high-performing teams, and implement initiatives that support both our employees and business goals. We're looking for someone who: Builds strong relationships at all levels.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment. Enjoys balancing strategic projects with operational support. Is passionate about developing people and enhancing employee experience. The role will be based across all our sites, with a focus at our Foundation and Fulham Pier. If you're ready for your next challenge and want to work in a collaborative team in organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Job Responsibilities The following is a non-exhaustive list of the responsibilities of the role: Strategic Business Partnering: Build trusted relationships with directors, senior leaders and managers, providing proactive and pragmatic people advice.
Partner with heads of department and people managers to ensure people strategies and practices support Academy and Club priorities. Attend and contribute to leadership and management meetings, providing people insight, challenge and recommendations. Influence business decision making through evidence-based people solutions and workforce insight. Support organisational effectiveness by identifying opportunities to improve employee engagement, wellbeing, capability, efficiencies and performance.
Provide workforce insight and recommendations to support effective people planning, resource allocation and departmental budget discussions. Analyse people data and trends to provide insight and recommendations that support decision-making. Ensure organisational compliance with employment legislation, internal policies and relevant regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits relating to people, compliance and governance activities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation is maintained.
Employee Relations: Lead and manage complex employee relations matters across the Club, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management and investigation processes. Provide expert advice and coaching to managers on employment law, policy and best practice, ensuring risks are appropriately managed and the Club is protected. Support the resolution of workplace issues through mediation, conflict resolution, investigations and balanced decision-making.
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