Your newpany
Hays is partnering with the Norwich University of the Arts in their search for a Permanent HR Advisor. This role is a fantastic opportunity to continue your career development and work with a highly experienced and supportive team who wants to see you learn and progress!
They are one of the Great British art schools: a specialist creative arts university with an award-winning campus that draws on 175 years of history.
They are seeking a proactive and experienced HR Generalist to support the delivery of their operational HR services and People Strategy. If you are confident, adaptable, and passionate about driving positive change, this role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and innovative environment.
Your new role
1. Provide high-quality HR support across employee relations, recruitment, and learning & development.
2. Manage early-stage employee relations casework, assisting with moreplex cases.
3. Lead recruitment campaigns, developing networks and leveraging social media.
4. Apply and develop HR policies and procedures to ensurepliance and best practice.
5. Support organisational change, employee engagement, andmunications strategies.
6. Enhance the learning and development framework, including digital training systems.
7. Champion initiatives that promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing.
What you'll need to succeed
8. Strong generalist HR experience, with expertise in employment law, recruitment andpliance.
9. Ideally CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards
10. Excellent coaching and relationship-building skills, supporting managers in effective people management.
11. Strong data and digital skills, including HRIS and reporting tools.
12. A proactive and adaptable approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
What you'll get in return
13. 24% employer pension contribution.
14. 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and concessionary days over Christmas.
15. Flexible working, with 2 days per week from home.
16. Career progression and professional development opportunities.