About The Role
🌟 Join Us as a Human Resource (People) Advisor
Location: Birmingham City Centre
Working Style: Hybrid (with some travel)
Organisation: QA Higher Education, 12-month fixed term contract
Are you passionate about people and ready to make a real impact in higher education?
At QA Higher Education, we’re on a mission to deliver a first‑class experience for our students—and that starts with our people. We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our dynamic People Team and help shape a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing workplace culture.
💼 What You’ll Be Doing:
* Partner with managers to provide expert advice on employee relations, performance, and policy interpretation.
* Lead and support on employee relations cases including grievances, disciplinaries, absence, and capability.
* Drive continuous improvement by contributing to People Team projects and HR process enhancements.
* Support organisational change, including TUPE activities and change management initiatives.
* Champion our values, helping to embed the QA Spirit across the business.
* Deliver HR‑focused training to build managerial capability and employee engagement.
🎯 What You’ll Bring:
* Ideally hold CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR qualification/experience.
* Proven experience in managing complex employee relations and absence cases.
* Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with attention to detail.
* Experience in fast‑paced HR environments and policy development.
🌱 Why Join QA Higher Education?
* Be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking team that values continuous learning.
* Make a real difference in shaping the employee experience across our organisation.
* Enjoy professional development opportunities and support for your growth.
* Work in a diverse and inclusive environment where your voice matters.
🏫 About QA Higher Education:
QAHE partners with leading UK universities to deliver a wide range of programmes—from foundation to postgraduate level—across subjects like Business, Computing, Cyber Security, and more. We’re committed to widening access to higher education and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment for all.
🤝 Equal Opportunities:
QA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Please note: The successful candidate will be required to complete a basic DBS check.
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Apply now and help us build a workplace where everyone can thrive.
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