People Business Partner
circa £50,000 per annum
Maidstone
Full-Time
Permanent
At Golding, we’re more than a housing provider, we’re an ambitious, people-centred organisation with a clear purpose: to keep our customers at the heart of everything we do, create quality homes, and stay efficient, future-ready and focused on delivering lasting value.
We’re proud of our strong track record in building high-quality homes and investing in our communities. Following an exceptional inspection outcome with a G1, C1 rating, we’re stepping into an exciting new chapter.
Our 2026–2030 Corporate Plan sets out bold ambitions. Over the next four years, we will:
- Strengthen and evolve our culture
- Invest in our people
- Deliver on our promise to be a brilliant place to work
It’s a fantastic time to join our People & Culture team.
We’re now looking for a People Business Partner, someone who will help shape our culture, support our leaders, and continue our journey towards becoming an exceptional organisation. If you’re passionate about people, performance and creating a workplace where colleagues can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a People Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in creating a high-performing, inclusive and values-led working environment.
You will:
- Provide expert HR advice on employee relations, organisational change, wellbeing, inclusion and performance
- Work closely with leaders and the People & Culture team to deliver people plans aligned with Golding’s strategy
- Contribute to people projects, policy development and data-led insights
- Act as a trusted partner and critical friend to senior colleagues
This is a great opportunity to influence culture, drive improvement and make a real impact.
More About You
You will be:
- CIPD-qualified level 5 or more (or equivalent) with experience in a senior advisory and business partnering roles
- Skilled in managing complex employee relations and advising confidently at senior level
- Knowledgeable in employment law, people policy and modern approaches to engagement and inclusion
- A strong communicator, resilient, collaborative and comfortable handling competing priorities
- Values-led, people-focused and motivated to help colleagues and culture thrive
When and Where You'll Be Doing It
- 37-hour week
- Salary circa £50,000, depending on experience
- Flexible hybrid working
- Collaboration time in our bright, modern Maidstone office, designed for connection and creativity
What You’ll Get in Return
Our Total Reward package is designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance. You’ll receive:
- 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Company pension and life assurance
- Flexible benefits including health cash plan, retail discounts and cycle to work scheme
- Access to an onsite gym and modern facilities
We know everyone’s different. If you need support with your application or an alternative format, just let us know.
We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy early, so don’t wait to apply!
Closing Date: Monday 11th May at 23.59
