We are now recruiting a HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team on a permanent basis to support our 62 employees. The HRBP will be the charity’s trusted HR expert, providing both strategic leadership and hands‑on delivery across the full employee lifecycle. This role is based in Portsmouth but will require the post holder to support our employees based remotely and at sites across the UK.

About the RNRMC

The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) exists to support sailors, marines, and their families, for life. We are committed to improving morale, wellbeing and opportunities across the Royal Navy community, past and present. In all dealings, every member of staff is expected to abide by the Values of the Charity and act as a role model both internally and externally:

• Beneficiary Focused: We use the best evidence to maximise impact on the lives of our beneficiaries.
• Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency.
• Commitment: We demonstrate the highest ambition and commitment for our cause.
• Inclusiveness: We recognise and celebrate diversity.
• Teamwork: We behave in ways that strengthen the sector.

Details of the role

As a standalone role, the HRBP will:

• Be comfortable to work transactionally as well as strategically in a stand‑alone capacity with external support when required.
• Partner with senior leaders and managers to align HR strategies with organisational goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor, building capability in coaching, performance management, and people leadership.
• Deliver day‑to‑day HR operations, ensuring compliance, fairness, and a positive employee experience.

Whilst stand‑alone, the post‑holder will have access to ad‑hoc external support via consultancy, professional networks and the naval charity community.

This is a highly visible position, requiring a balance of pragmatic solutions, long‑term vision and active presence across the organisation.

You’ll lead across the full employee lifecycle, including:

• Partnering with managers to deliver expert advice on people issues.
• Leading on employee relations, coaching and conflict resolution.
• Driving recruitment, onboarding and retention initiatives.
• Overseeing performance reviews and development opportunities.
• Managing policies, compliance and HR data.
• Supporting reward, benefits and wellbeing initiatives.

This is a role with real scope to make an impact. Shaping culture, building leadership capability and ensuring the charity remains a supportive, inclusive and high‑performing workplace.

Experience and Background

We’re seeking a skilled and strategic HR professional who brings:

• Chartered MCIPD, CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable HR generalist expertise, ideally in a standalone or lead role.
• Strong employee relations and employment law knowledge.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• A proactive, solution‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving ability.
• Experience in the charity sector or with trustee/volunteer management would be an advantage but is not essential.

Please see the job description (on our website) for full details on the duties and responsibilities.

The post‑holder must be eligible to obtain BPSS security clearance and have the right to work in the UK, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent, full‑time role of 35 hours per week, 09:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday.

We have a friendly, supportive and inclusive environment with a hybrid working approach of 60% in office and 40% home‑working.

Salary

Salary range £40,000 – £47,000pa (depending upon experience) plus benefits to include 7% employer contribution pension scheme, private medical insurance, 6 weeks’ holiday and free access to our on‑site gym.

Pre-appointment Checks

The successful candidate will be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK and undergo a DBS Check and additional security checks as required.

Be part of a charity making a real difference to Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families.

How to Apply

For more information or to apply (sending a covering letter and your CV) please email Rachel Parker-Brown at HR@rnrmc.org.uk.

Closing Date

Thursday 30th October 2025, with interviews to be held on 6th & 7th November.

PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP.

Find out more about us here:

Home | The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (rnrmc.org.uk)

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period and RNRMC reserve the right to close the vacancy early and make an appointment at any stage of the application process. Applicants may be asked to attend an on‑line Application Review prior to the closing date to aid in the shortlisting process. This will be held via Microsoft Teams.