People Partner Lead

About ZOE: ZOE is a health science company on a mission to improve the health of millions through personalized nutrition. We combine data-driven research with empathetic problem-solving to help people live longer, healthier lives. We are looking for a People Partner Lead who thrives in scaling environments and knows how to help high-performing teams succeed.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of People & Talent, this individual contributor role spans strategic business partnering, employee relations, and organisational effectiveness. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, coaching them through growth challenges and strengthening manager capability across the business.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Partnering: Translate commercial priorities into practical people strategies and support organisational design as we scale.
• Employee Relations: Lead complex ER matters end-to-end, providing guidance aligned with UK employment law and internal principles.
• Leadership Development: Own and evolve manager training frameworks, tools, and learning initiatives that drive team performance.
• Performance & Culture: Shape practical performance approaches that drive accountability and act as a steward of ZOE’s company culture.
• Data-Driven Insights: Identify trends and emerging people challenges using data to focus action where it has the greatest impact.

What You Bring

• Significant experience in HR/People Partnering roles within high-growth or scaling startups.
• Deep expertise in UK Employment Law and confidence handling sensitive employee relations matters.
• Proven ability to build leadership capability through hands-on coaching and development initiatives.
• Strong judgment and influencing skills to build trust quickly with senior stakeholders.
• A pragmatic, action-oriented approach that balances strategy with hands-on execution.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to thrive in ambiguity and pace.

Our Hiring Journey

1. Intro Chat: Quick chat with the Talent Team to align on mission and basics.
2. Hiring Manager Interview: Tactical deep-dive into your craft and problem-solving skills.
3. The Remote Loop: 2-4 focused interviews on technical skills and collaboration.
4. The Finish Line: Offer, equity discussion, and onboarding.