HR Country Partner - UKI

Are you a strategic HR leader with deep expertise in UK & Ireland employment law, a passion for transformation, and the ability to partner at the highest levels of business?

We are seeking an experienced Country HR Partner to join the EMEA division of Fresenius Medical Care a global leader in healthcare at a pivotal moment of organisational change.

This role is both strategic and operational, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver HR strategies that drive performance, enhance employee experience, and support our transition to a matrix HR model. You’ll partner with senior leaders, HR Centres of Expertise (CoEs), and Shared Services to manage the full employee lifecycle from talent acquisition to exit and play a key role in continuous improvement projects across the UK and Ireland.

Fresenius Medical Care (FME) is the world’s leading provider of dialysis products and services, committed to enhancing the quality of life for people living with chronic kidney failure. With a network of more than 3,700 clinics across over 50 countries and approximately 40 production sites worldwide, FME integrates comprehensive care delivery with cutting-edge technology and continuous innovation.

This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours, working Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. This role will be a hybrid position, with requirements to attend our head office based in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire and to travel to clinics.

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnering: Deliver HR strategies that align with business transformation goals. Work closely with local leadership teams to embed these changes.
• Employee Relations & Legal Compliance: Advise on complex employee relations cases. Ensure compliance with employment law. Maintain strong relationships with Works Council and unions. Oversee collective bargaining agreements.
• Employee Experience: Build strong relationships with leaders and employees. Provide coaching and guidance on people matters. Work with CoEs on talent, performance, learning, and rewards.
• HR Transformation & Change Management: Support the move to a future-ready HR model. Streamline processes and improve service delivery.
• Talent & Performance Enablement: Drive performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• HR Analytics: Use Workday, Dovetail, and HRIS tools to provide insights. Track progress and support better decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Projects: Lead or support HR projects across regions and countries. Promote harmonisation, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• HR Technology: Serve as a local super-user for Workday and Dovetail. Promote system adoption and optimisation.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Business Administration, Law, or related field (Master’s/HR certification preferred).
• Minimum 8 years’ progressive HR experience, including senior HR business partnering in a global, matrix organisation.
• Deep knowledge of UK & Ireland employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven track record in complex employee relations and collaborative resolution.
• Skilled in HR transformation, project management, and process improvement.
• Strong business acumen, integrity, and ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience in healthcare is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Our offer for you:

Here at Fresenius Medical Care, we value the contribution of our people and ensure that we offer industry-leading rewards and progression.

We offer a competitive salary alongside a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service
• Annual leave purchase scheme (with 12 months service)
• Health Shield - Company paid health cash plan
• Long Service Vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub 24/7 access to GP's and Counsellors
• Blue Light card – providing thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street

Why Join Us?

Joining FME means becoming part of a global team dedicated to advancing renal care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients around the world. 

Be part of a global healthcare leader dedicated to improving patients’ lives every day. As Country HR Partner, you will shape the future of work, empower people, and help build an inclusive and agile organization that is ready for tomorrow.

At Fresenius Medical Care, our shared values guide how we work and connect with others:

We Care. We Connect. We Commit.

When we say:

• We Care; we show empathy and support for our patients and employees.
• We Connect; we collaborate, communicate openly, and build trusting relationships.
• We Commit; we take ownership, stay focused, and drive results.

These principles are not just words they define how we lead, how we grow, and how we create a meaningful impact every day.