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HR Business Partner

Role overview

Qualifications

  • HR degree or CIPD qualification (or equivalent)
  • Strong generalist HR experience, ideally within a fast-paced or operational environment
  • Demonstrable experience managing employee relations cases end-to-end with strong process, compliance, and documentation knowledge
  • Proven ability to build credible, in-person relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional HR advice and support across a range of areas including employee relations, performance management, and people development
  • Build trusted, face-to-face relationships with stakeholders, taking time to understand their teams, challenges, and operational priorities before influencing decisions
  • Ensure all HR activity meets professional standards, compliance requirements, and data confidentiality expectations
  • Coach managers in a supportive, balanced, and credible way, adapting your communication style to suit different individuals and situations

Key facts

Other skills

  • Coaching
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Time Management

About the company

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Copart

Used Vehicle Marketplaces

Copart, a global online auto auction company headquartered in Dallas, Texas is a top-performing S&P 500 company, as noted by The Wall Street Journal. Copart is a global technology leader in the online vehicle auction industry that connects its buyers and sellers via its patented cutting-edge VB3 technology. With a passion for excellence, Copart has a great company culture and strong dedication to our employees. Copart is a veteran-founded company that honors the service of active & reserve duty employees. Copart’s veteran commitments include Leadership Development Programs, tuition reimbursement, and up to 10 days of paid leave for non-activation orders like training. Founded in 1982, Copart connects more than 750,000 buyers and sellers from over 200 locations around the world. With our innovative technology, we remarket salvage and clean title vehicles to dealers, dismantlers, rebuilders, exporters and end users through a multi-channel online internet platform. Copart sells vehicles on behalf of insurance companies, banks, finance companies, fleet owners, car dealerships, cars sourced from the general public and others. Because we are a 100% online auto auction company, Copart Members can browse our incredible inventory, set their own price and get great deals on vehicles through their home computer, smartphone or other mobile device. Copart’s vehicles can range in condition from damaged vehicles that can be used as rebuild projects to like-new, used vehicles. Copart is the parent company to a portfolio of auto service companies, including CashForCars.com, CrashedToys, and National Powersport Auctions (NPA). We currently operate in the United States (Copart.com), Canada (Copart.ca), the United Kingdom (Copart.co.uk), the Republic of Ireland (Copart.ie), Brazil (Copart.com.br), Germany (Copart.de), the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Bahrain (Copartmea.com), Spain (Copart.es), and Finland (copart.fi).

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryUsed Vehicle Marketplaces
Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

We are recruiting an HR Business Partner to support our Head Office functions that are located across three buildings in Bedford.   This is a fully on-site role and not suitable for hybrid or remote working. It requires a visible, hands-on presence across our Head Office teams to build strong working relationships and provide effective, face-to-face HR support. 

Copart UK is a leader in the vehicle remarketing industry, employing 1,700 teammates across 19 Operation Centres and three head office locations in Bedfordshire. We are an innovative, people-focused company, passionate about growth and professional development. At Copart, we foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 

As an HR Business Partner, you will play a key role in delivering a professional, credible, and commercially focused HR service, working closely with managers to build strong relationships and support a high-performance culture. 

This role requires a high level of personal credibility, sound professional judgement, and attention to detail, given its impact on employee relations and business decision-making. 

Your core responsibilities will include: 

  • Provide professional HR advice and support across a range of areas including employee relations, performance management, and people development

  • Build trusted, face-to-face relationships with stakeholders, taking time to understand their teams, challenges, and operational priorities before influencing decisions 

  • Ensure all HR activity meets professional standards, compliance requirements, and data confidentiality expectations

  • Coach managers in a supportive, balanced, and credible way, adapting your communication style to suit different individuals and situations

  • Ensure the effective execution of HR projects in alignment with organisational goals.

  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement while ensuring alignment with business needs and priorities

  • Analyse HR data and provide clear, accurate insights to support decision-making

  • Maintain accurate and structured case documentation to ensure all employee relations matters are compliant and auditable

  • Follow agreed processes, policies, and direction, ensuring outputs are accurate, proportionate, and reviewed before being shared         

In addition, you’ll also focus on: 

  • Acting as a trusted partner, building credibility before challenging or influencing 

  • Being visible and accessible on site, supporting managers and teams directly 

  • Balancing operational priorities with HR requirements.  

  • Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and reporting across all areas of responsibility 

  • Supporting managers in a way that is practical, proportionate, and aligned to the business and appropriate to the situation.   

What we need from you: 

  • HR degree or CIPD qualification (or equivalent)

  • Strong generalist HR experience, ideally within a fast-paced or operational environment

  • Demonstrable experience managing employee relations cases end-to-end with strong process, compliance, and documentation knowledge  

  • Proven ability to build credible, in-person relationships with stakeholders at all levels 

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt style and approach to different audiences 

  • Strong judgement and the ability to prioritise effectively, follow direction, and deliver appropriate outcomes 

  • High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and professional standards 

  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain key trackers and reporting requirements 

  • Comfortable working with HR data and presenting information clearly

Highly Valued: 

  • HR experience in an operational or multi-site environment

  • Ability to balance coaching, support, and challenge appropriately

  • A pragmatic, visible, and hands-on approach to HR

  • A strong preference for working on-site and embedded within the business    

What You’ll Get in Return: 

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to use for something special 

  • A paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice 

  • Private medical insurance and Westfield healthcare cover

  • Contributory workplace pension plan

  • Cycle to Work Scheme   

  • Life Assurance cover 

  • The opportunity to purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate. 

  • Exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and utility bills

  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering mental health and wellbeing support 

 

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Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

At Copart, we are focused on harnessing the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we open doors to innovation and unleash the full potential of our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels appreciated, included, and inspired to grow and contribute meaningfully.

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