Location: Cross College (Primary base: Poole Campus)
Shape the future of our people and your career. At Bournemouth & Poole College, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our staff, fostering a culture that develops, supports, and empowers colleagues to make an exceptional impact.
About The Role
As a Lead People Adviser, you will be a senior member of the People Services team—combining expert HR advice with operational leadership. You’ll partner with leaders across the College to deliver high‑quality, pragmatic HR support, while leading the day‑to‑day delivery of People Services. This includes managing the People Administration team, overseeing HR processes and systems, and driving a consistent, customer‑focused service. You’ll play a critical role in leading complex employee relations activity, strengthening management capability, and supporting organisational change.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Acting as a trusted adviser to leaders, providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters
* Leading and managing sensitive and high‑risk casework with confidence and sound judgement
* Line managing and developing the People Administration team to deliver an efficient, high‑quality service
* Overseeing HR operations, ensuring accurate, compliant and timely processes across the employee lifecycle
* Supporting organisational change initiatives, including restructures and workforce planning
* Using workforce data and insight to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
* Championing a positive, inclusive and people‑centred culture across the College
* Contributing to policy development, projects and the delivery of the People Strategy
What We’re Looking For
* Significant experience in a senior HR advisory or business partnering role
* Proven expertise in managing complex employee relations casework
* Experience leading or supervising HR teams and service delivery
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships
* A strategic mindset with the ability to use data and insight to inform decisions
* CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) – essential
Why Join Us
* Be part of a growing, values‑driven organisation where people truly matter
* Play a key role in shaping an exceptional colleague experience
* Join a supportive, collaborative and forward‑thinking People Services team
* Access ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* Benefit from a competitive package, including generous annual leave and pension
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