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Role Title: HR Business Partner - 14-month Fixed Term Contract

Function and Department: Human Resources

Location: Milton Hill – Abingdon – hybrid options available

Position Summary:

This opportunity is ideal for a passionate and pragmatic HR professional looking to step into a generalist role, providing hands-on support to our Technology-based functions. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality HR services, enhancing existing operations, and contributing to business success through the application of best practice people processes.

You will support leaders and colleagues across the UK, making a meaningful impact on the business, the HR community, and our systems and processes during a pivotal period.

Who We Are

Infineum is a world-class specialty chemicals company dedicated to groundbreaking specialty chemicals through innovative research. Our purpose is to create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry and we are proud of our global footprint and commitment to safety.

Why Work for Us

Infineum offers competitive pay, work flexibility, and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives. Our inclusive and collaborative culture ensures every team member is valued and empowered, fostering growth and development. Join Infineum for a rewarding career where innovation and support are at the forefront.

Key Responsibilities / What You'll Achieve

• Build effective working relationships to understand team needs and deliver practical, timely HR support that helps achieve business goals.
• Provide clear, consistent HR advice to leaders and colleagues, helping to resolve issues fairly and in line with employment law.
• Support recruitment, performance, and reward processes to ensure they are well-managed, inclusive, and aligned with business needs.
• Improve HR policies and practices by identifying opportunities for simplification and ensuring they are relevant and easy to apply.
• Take part in local and global HR projects, sharing insights and helping to deliver outcomes that benefit the wider organisation.
• Promote and support organisational initiatives such as Inclusion and Wellbeing, ensuring they are reflected in everyday practices.
  
  

• Develop skills in simplifying HR processes and policies, making them more effective and accessible across a diverse workforce.
• Work closely with leaders to shape people priorities in a technically skilled, fast-moving environment.
• Be part of a collaborative HR team that values thoughtful, practical input and shared learning.
• Enhance your ability to work through ambiguity, supporting teams with clarity and care.
• Gain exposure to cross-functional projects that connect local HR work with broader business goals.
• Contribute directly to global and local projects and see the impact of your work on how people experience change, growth, and leadership.
  
  

• Demonstrated expertise in generalist HR support, with experience in a commercial environment.
• Sound knowledge of UK employment law, with the ability to apply it confidently in day-to-day and more complex ER situations.
• Proven experience managing HR activities and projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with ability of managing competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to analyse people-related data and present insights clearly to support decision-making.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the confidence to influence and advise at all levels.
• Comfort with HR systems and digital tools; experience with SuccessFactors is a plus.
  
  

• The opportunity to learn and grow. We believe there is no better way to learn than by doing, so from day one you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and develop the next generation of fuel and lubricant additives that will power transportation of the future.
• Exposure across several key global groups and the opportunity to work with people from around the world, gaining an understanding of a commercial business as a wholeBuild a stimulating, long-term career with an inclusive company that values everyone as an individual.
• Competitive salary, medical and retirement benefits.
• Community outreach activities & social clubs – Wellbeing, Inclusiveness & Diversity, Environmental, Sports
• Onsite subsidized restaurant and secure onsite parking
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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