People Partner
Location: Birmingham (primary) & Bristol (travel required)
Salary: £39,000 - £45,000
About the Role
As a People Partner, you’ll be a trusted advisor and ambassador for the People team, building strong relationships across the University and helping to shape a positive, inclusive workplace culture. You’ll work closely with leaders and colleagues to align priorities, provide expert support on People matters, and represent the function in key forums.
What You'll Do
* Strategic Partnering: Build strong relationships with senior leaders and managers, collaborating to align operational priorities with the people agenda.
* Collaborative Approach: Work closely with the Recruitment Manager, Learning & Development Manager, and Head of People Operations to ensure alignment between People activities; implement developments to policies, procedures, and initiatives as appropriate.
* Employee Support: Serve as a trusted point of contact for staff on all People matters, providing accurate and timely generalist support for day‑to‑day issues; handle complex employee relations matters with professionalism and sensitivity.
* Data Management: Own the People data for your allocated area of responsibility, ensuring data quality and GDPR compliance; utilise data and management information to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities, driving informed decision-making.
* Representing the People Function: Act as a representative of the People function in all interactions, including leadership meetings, working groups, and other forums; contribute towards the ongoing development of the People function by delivering developed KPIs and objectives.
What You'll Bring
* Level 5 qualification in Human Resources or equivalent professional experience.
* Demonstrated experience in a People Partner role, with a track record of success.
* Personable and approachable, with strong communication skills including negotiation, persuasion and de‑escalation.
* Experience implementing developments to policies, processes and ways of working.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of employment law, current trends and best practices.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a demanding and varied workload.
* Proficient with Microsoft products and HR Systems.
Why Our Client
They are a values‑led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do: Believe in Everyone, Challenge the Norm, Grow Together, Do the Right Thing, Own It.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
* SMART pension
* A comprehensive benefits package
Equality & Diversity
Our client continually strives to create a culture of inclusivity so that they truly represent their diverse communities. They particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are under‑represented in their organisation.
Legal Requirements
All successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
General Business, Management, and Business Development
Industries
Advertising Services
How to Apply
Interested in this opportunity, click “Apply” to complete your application.
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