Head of People Business Partnering

Join us as Head of People Business Partnering – Lead, Support, and Make a Difference!

At The University of Law, we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that enables individuals to thrive. As a leading institution, we value professionalism, collaboration, and the continuous development of our people.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of People Business Partnering to lead our operational People Business Partnering team. This senior leadership role combines strategic and operational responsibilities, specifically focusing on strategic workforce transformation, complex employee relations and leading a small team. The role offers an immediate start, working full time 40 hours per week on a 9-month fixed term contract (with the possibility of extension), working remotely (within the UK).

As our Head of People Business Partnering, your key responsibilities will include:

• Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a team of circa 7 Business Partners and Advisers, ensuring consistent delivery of employee relations (ER) solutions across the university
• Change Management: Lead on restructures, TUPE processes and collective consultations, ensuring minimal business risk and maximum organisational effectiveness
• Employee Relations: Serve as the subject matter expert on ER matters, driving best practice in equality, diversity, and equity
• Policy Development: Develop, maintain, and implement people policies that align with legal requirements and organisational goals
• Strategic Initiatives: Partner with the Chief People Officer to deliver key HR elements of the University’s strategic plan

Is this you?:

We are looking for a confident and collaborative professional who combines deep expertise in employee relations with strong leadership capabilities.

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing complex employee relations
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and its application
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and influencing skills
• Experience in managing TUPE processes and change programs.

Why join us?

Along with a starting salary of £75,000 per annum (pro rata) you’ll enjoy:

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (pro rata)
• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

The closing date for application is 12th January 2025. Please visit our careers site https://careers.law.ac.uk/ for a full overview of the job description.

Be part of a diverse and inclusive community

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population. We actively seek to increase representation across all backgrounds and identities, and we provide support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

For more information, please contact talentacquisition@law.ac.uk.

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.

Some posts within the University are subject to a DBS check - you will be notified of this during the application process.