About Us

At Braden, we are driven by the extraordinary potential of our colleagues to tackle even the most complex challenges. We turn obstacles into opportunities, and our shared commitment to a sustainable future starts with each of us. Every day, our team collaborates to share knowledge and improve wherever possible, creating lasting benefits for generations to come.

With design offices in Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America, Braden combines 100 years of innovation with a strong dedication to customer excellence. We deliver performance and product efficiency for customers in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial sectors. Our offices are strategically positioned to provide global access to our expertise while maintaining a local focus in everything we do. We are a leading supplier of auxiliary equipment for major gas turbine OEMs and a trusted provider of aftermarket products and services for gas turbine operators worldwide.

Role, Team & Location

We are looking for an HR Business Partner to join our team in the UK, Cramlington. In this role, you will act as a strategic and hands-on partner to the business, ensuring that people, organisation and performance are fully aligned with business objectives.

You will report to the HR Manager in the Netherlands and work closely with the Dutch HR team in the daily execution of HR activities. At the same time, you will be part of the international HR team, collaborating with colleagues across Europe and North America (US/CAN), contributing to a consistent and aligned global HR approach.

As HR Business Partner, you will be the primary point of contact for your assigned entity and take ownership of the full employee lifecycle, working closely with managers and stakeholders across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

As an HR Business Partner, you act as a trusted advisor to managers and leadership, translating business needs into effective and pragmatic HR solutions. By building strong relationships across the organisation, alignment between business objectives and people strategy is ensured.

You play a key role in organisational development and workforce planning, supporting the business in adapting to change and preparing for future growth. Within your scope, you take ownership of the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, ensuring a consistent and high-quality employee experience.

Together with managers, you actively drive performance management and talent development, strengthening teams and contributing to a high-performing organisation. You handle employee relations topics with professionalism and consistency, ensuring fair and compliant processes in line with policies, local legislation and specifically UK employment law.

In addition, you contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of HR frameworks and processes, using data and insights to support informed decision-making. Working closely with the HR team, you ensure smooth HR operations, accurate data management and a strong connection between strategic priorities and daily execution.

What You Bring

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
• CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualification (preferred)
• Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant HR experience
• Experience in an HR Business Partner or generalist role within a dynamic environment

Skills:

• Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills
• Ability to translate business needs into pragmatic HR actions
• Experience with complex HR topics and employee cases
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Analytical mindset with experience in HR data and reporting
• Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach

What You Will Get

• A full-time position (37,5 hours per week; part-time is negotiable)
• A competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Hybrid working (a mix of office and home working)
• An international working environment with close collaboration across Europe and North America
• The opportunity to operate at both strategic and operational HR level
• A dynamic role with high impact on organisational development and business performance
• Room for personal and professional growth within a global organisation
• A collaborative and supportive HR team environment

Why Join Us?

At Braden, you will be part of a dedicated team that shares a common vision for sustainable and innovative solutions. We offer an inclusive, collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Here, you will have the opportunity to work with talented professionals who share your commitment. Ready to join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and sustainability?

Apply today to become part of Braden and make a meaningful impact on our financial stability and long-term success!