At a Glance
- Tasks: Support employee relations and organisational change in a dynamic higher-education environment.
- Company: Join a large, impactful higher-education organisation with a collaborative HR team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £41,046 and a fixed-term contract until April 2027.
- Other info: Work two days a week in Wolverhampton with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by supporting meaningful change and advising managers.
- Qualifications: Proven HR experience with a strong background in employee relations.
We're supporting a large higher‑education organisation to recruit a Senior HR Adviser to play a key role in delivering high‑quality employee relations and organisational change support across the institution. This is a hands‑on role, working closely with HR Business Partners and managers to support consultation, restructures, absence management and complex ER casework within a highly governed, policy‑driven environment.
Supporting organisational change programmes, including consultation meetings and business case development.
- Managing a varied ER caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, dignity at work and capability matters.
- Advising and coaching managers on the application of HR policies and procedures.
- Supporting and advising hearing panels at formal stages.
- Proactively managing absence and fixed‑term contract processes.
- Supporting redeployment activity and workforce change initiatives.
- Contributing to HR policy development and continuous improvement.
- Working collaboratively across HR Operations, ER and HRBP teams.
Proven experience in an HR Adviser role with a strong background in employee relations and organisational change. Confident coaching and advising managers in complex, sensitive situations. Comfortable working in a public sector or higher‑education environment. A pragmatic, resilient and customer‑focused HR professional.
Fixed‑term contract until April 2027. Salary: £41,046. Opportunity to support meaningful change within a complex organisation. Collaborative HR team environment with varied and impactful work. Based in Wolverhampton on 2 days a week in the office.
If you're an experienced HR professional who enjoys hands‑on ER work and supporting managers through change, this is a strong opportunity to make a real impact.
Senior HR Advisor - FTC till April 2027 in Wolverhampton employer: Michael Page
Join a large higher-education organisation that values collaboration and employee development, offering a dynamic work environment in Wolverhampton. As a Senior HR Advisor, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful change initiatives while working closely with a supportive HR team. With a focus on professional growth and impactful work, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to a complex institution dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture.
