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Senior HR Business Partner (14 month FTC)
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
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Source date: 11/4/2026
About this role
Job Description Within Corporate Shipbuilding, we balance a complex global employment model, contracting our people through multiple employing entities across six different countries. The HR operating model depends on our ability to leverage partnerships with HR and Payroll Services from across Carnival Corporation, as well as outsourced providers to ensure a seamless service is provided to our people. This role is critical to ensuring these relationships are effective in delivering HR services to our colleagues around the world and align with Corporate Shipbuilding’s overarching people strategy. Key accountabilities include: * Partner and support the people leads and executive team within Corporate Shipbuilding, enabling them to identify their functional people priorities and implement appropriate interventions. * Drive value-add relationships with stakeholders within Corporate Shipbuilding, as well as with the HR service providers for each country in order to support our people with HR related matters, advising on HR best practice whilst accounting for local differences in legislation. * HR lead for CTS Oy, CTS GmbH and our colleagues employed via Costa Crociere, ensuring continuous improvement in the HR operating model and the employee experience, as well as seamless ways of working with our internal and external HR stakeholders * Lead the creation and ongoing development of a global mobility matrix and career framework to support an agile workforce * Support organisation design/development initiatives across all areas, taking into account country-specific requirements and limitations in order to improve business efficiency. * Work alongside the people leads on planning and implementing any change management initiatives, ensuring HR best practice and legal implications in all areas are balanced with business needs. Position Requirements Our ideal candidates are those who possess not only the experience and technical requirements but also a passion for people and a keen eye for detail. Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills * Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a business, HR or other discipline. * Level 7 qualified member of the CIPD (or similar professional body) * Demonstrate continuous professional development in employment law matters in the UK and other locations * “HR qualified” by practical experience in relation to the job role particularly in the area of business partnering, change management, employee relations, global mobility and HR cyclical activities * International HR experience, ideally with knowledge of countries where our employees are currently based (UK, USA, Finland, Germany, Italy and Netherlands) * Demonstrable partnership capabilities, balancing business needs and HR thought leadership. * Relationship management and experience of working and influencing at more senior levels. * Working in a complex organisation ideally with remote customers or multi-site environment * Experience in dealing with complex HR issues, planning and implementing successful outcomes. * Successfully balance conflicting and changing priorities. * Organised, with a proven ability to prioritise according to the changing requirements of the business * Confident in all Microsoft Office applications About You You are someone who thrives in a collaborative environment yet is capable of working with a high degree of autonomy and accountability with a focus on accuracy. Your qualifications in HR are just the beginning; we're looking for team members who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to our collective success. Why Join Us? Positioned within our internal structure from CCS15 (entry level) to CCS1 (Senior Vice President), this role is classified as a CCS06, offered as a full-time position, on 14 month fixed term basis (January 2027 until end of February 2028). This role is based in Carnival House, Southampton with the requirement to be in the office three days a week, including Wednesdays and Thursdays. We offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where your work makes a real impact. Application Note Given the opportunities we provide, we encourage prompt applications. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. *#LI-Hybrid* *#Job Functions: Human Resources;* *#CUK* About the Team Corporate Shipbuilding’s core goal is to become the centre of excellence in cruise new builds, assets, refits and innovation for Carnival Corporation. In order to achieve this we are looking to be the employer of choice in the shipbuilding industry, attracting and retaining the best talent. We promote an inclusive culture where difference is respected and valued, within which our people can be themselves, develop and reach their potential. We stand by our Culture Essentials which help us live out our shared commitments across the globe and include our commitment to Speak Up, Respect and Protect, Improve, Communicate, Listen & Learn and Empower. Carnival Corporation & PLC is a global cruise company and one of the largest holiday companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA Cruises in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; and P&O Cruises in Australia. In Corporate Shipbuilding, we are passionate about building world class vessels for all of these brands. Our award winning prestigious brands employ engaged and passionate people to deliver the highest customer service standards to our loyal customers. It takes great passion and real commitment to maintain our position in the cruise market. That’s why we look for people who share our obsession and drive to provide the most memorable experiences imaginable. This is your chance to join us on our journey. With full support to enable you to realise your full potential we ensure your career with us is a successful and enjoyable one.