At a Glance
- Tasks: Support HR initiatives during organisational change and manage employee relations.
- Company: Dynamic higher education institution in London.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, full-time hours, and valuable experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enhance your HR skills in a fast-paced setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a complex environment while partnering with senior leaders.
- Qualifications: CIPD qualified with experience in higher education HR.
The predicted salary is between 29 - 29 £ per hour.
An immediate opportunity for an experienced HR Partner with Higher Education experience, to provide additional support during a period of significant organisational change. This role is suited to someone who can quickly integrate into a complex environment and confidently partner with senior stakeholders on both strategic initiatives and BAU HR activity.
Reporting to the Head of HR Partnering Policy, you will support a range of HR partnering activities, with a strong focus on organisational change and employee relations. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting leadership on redundancy programmes and large-scale organisational change
- Managing complex employee relations casework (grievance, performance, absence, disciplinary)
- Advising senior managers on HR strategy and people-related issues
- Contributing to strategic projects and HR policy development
- Coaching managers to build capability in people management
- Supporting workforce planning and restructuring activity
- Delivering day-to-day HR partnering support across business areas
Essential:
- CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience)
- Previous experience within Higher Education
We think you need these skills to ace HR Partner (HE Experience - 6 month contract)
HR Partnering
Higher Education Experience
Organisational Change Management
Employee Relations
Complex Case Management
Grievance Handling
Performance Management
