HR Business Partner
Temporary | Contract
Location: London
About the Role
You'll join the HR function of a higher education provider, working as a trusted partner to managers and senior stakeholders across the organisation. You'll provide practical, considered advice on the full range of people matters, helping leaders make confident decisions and supporting a positive working culture.
Working closely with colleagues across HR, you'll balance day-to-day casework with longer-term people projects, making sure policy and practice are applied consistently and fairly.
Your responsibilities will include:
Partnering with managers to provide advice and guidance on HR matters.
Managing employee relations casework, including performance, absence and grievance.
Supporting recruitment, retention and workforce planning activity.
Advising on the application of HR policies, procedures and employment legislation.
Contributing to people projects and organisational change initiatives.
Using HR data to inform decisions and identify areas for improvement.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Previous experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR advisory role
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
Confidence advising and influencing managers and senior stakeholders
Experience managing complex employee relations casework
Clear communication skills and sound judgement
Desirable (but not essential):
CIPD qualification
Experience working within an education or public sector organisation
If you're ready to bring your HR expertise to an organisation where your advice makes a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.