At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead change management projects and support service restructuring in a dynamic university environment.
- Company: Award-winning university in Birmingham with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Up to £55,000 salary, 32 days holiday, LGPS pension scheme, and one day remote work.
- Other info: Autonomous role with excellent career development opportunities and a vibrant workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading change and enhancing employee experiences in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: CIPD L5 and extensive experience in change management within unionised environments.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are proud to be working with an award-winning University based in Birmingham, who are looking to appoint a HR Business Partner on a 12-month fixed term contract to lead on a change management project. The role will predominately be on site, with one day home working, and offers up to £55,000 and a generous holiday and pension allowance. This will suit someone looking for an autonomous position with extensive change management and trade union experience.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Leading a complex restructure of services, including headcount reductions and service redesign
- Managing consultations with affected employees and upskilling management teams to lead on restructure processes
- Conducting gap analyses, benchmarking, and workforce planning to inform decisions
- Developing and executing a comprehensive change management plan to support the restructure
- Acting as the primary liaison with recognised trade unions, managing consultation and negotiation processes
- Managing and resolving employee relations issues sensitively and effectively
- Monitoring risk and ensuring mitigation strategies are in place, particularly in relation to staff morale and service continuity
- Producing clear reports, business cases, and board papers related to the restructure
Experience required:
- Experience in a complex unionised environment
- Extensive change management experience
Qualifications required:
- CIPD L5 minimum
Rewards and Benefits:
- 1 day home working
- 32 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
- LGPS Pension Scheme
Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
HR Business Partner Change Management in Birmingham employer: James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions)
As a Housing Association based in Kent, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community through governance and risk management. Join us for a rewarding career where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will help shape the future of housing in our region.
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James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions) Recruitment Team
