Senior People Business Partner - Transformation

Join Us on our journey of transformation

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for driving transformation and change? Do you thrive in complex environments, supporting senior leaders to navigate organisational change? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

ULaw has undergone incredible growth and diversification over the last 5 years. To meet our ambitious strategic aims, ULaw has embarked on a major transformation programme. This role will facilitate the achievement of the Organisational Design strand of the CORDS Transformation Programme, which also includes implementation of the new student information system and associated integrations.

Fixed term 10 month contract, working remotely (within the UK). We are looking for somebody who is available immediately to start on or before 12th May 2025.

Reporting to the Director of Organisational Development, you will partner with senior leaders, acting as a trusted advisor on organisational change, employee relations, and talent management. You will provide expert guidance on role design, team structures, and working practices while ensuring best practice and compliance with policies and employment legislation.

As our Senior People Business Partner, you will:

• Lead on change management initiatives, ensuring seamless integration with business-as-usual activities.
• Partner and coach senior leaders to navigate ambiguity within the change programme to achieve objectives.
• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations matters, ensuring a positive colleague experience.
• Coach and develop people managers to enhance capability and foster an inclusive culture.
• Contribute to talent mapping and workforce planning to drive organisational effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of People & OD strategies and projects aligned to the University’s vision.

Is this you?:

We are looking for a confident and collaborative professional with deep expertise in employee relations.

• CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
• Significant recent experience in a senior employee relations advisory role with a strong focus on change management
• Strong employee relations, colleague engagement and project management skills
• Recent experience in developing robust strategies for managing complex change processes

Why join us?

Along with a starting salary of £65,000 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 9th April 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 22nd April 2025.

When submitting your application please evidence in your CV your experience of leading Change & Transformation and HR Business Partnering.

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.