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HR Business Partner

Pertemps Cambridge
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

London, Greater London WC1A 2LP, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The HR Business Partner position at a prestigious Russell Group university offers a competitive hourly rate of £28-£32 per hour PAYE on a 3-month contract, with potential for permanent opportunities.
  • The role requires substantial experience in managing complex employee relations cases and a strong track record in large-scale organizational change.
  • Candidates should have a dynamic personality with proven relationship-building skills and an understanding of the higher education environment.
  • The position involves hybrid working, with 2 days onsite at Tottenham Court Road and 3 days remote, totaling 37.5 hours per week.
  • The start date for this role is set for early July 2024, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.
HR Business Partner - Leading University Partnership£28-£32 per hour PAYE | 3 Month Contract (Permanent opportunities available) | Hybrid WorkingLocation: Tottenham Court Road (2 days onsite Mon/Wed) + Home workingStart Date: Early July 2024 latestDuration: 3 months initially, with potential for permanent opportunitiesAbout This OpportunityPertemps is delighted to partner with a prestigious Russell Group university to recruit an exceptional HR Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading academic institutions, supporting their Engineering Faculty through a period of significant growth and transformation.The RoleAs the single point of contact for our client's Engineering Faculty, you'll be at the heart of strategic HR delivery, working closely with senior academic leaders to drive people excellence across this dynamic environment.Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Partnership: Act as the dedicated HR Business Partner for the Engineering Faculty, building exceptional stakeholder relationships
  • Complex Employee Relations: Lead on sophisticated ER casework, providing expert guidance to Senior Leaders
  • Organisational Design: Drive major restructure projects, including business case development and implementation
  • Policy Navigation: Guide clients through complex university policies and systems
  • Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong partnerships across all levels of the organisation
What We're Looking ForEssential:
  • Relationship Building Excellence: Dynamic personality with proven ability to build rapport and influence at senior levels
  • Complex ER Expertise: Substantial experience managing sophisticated employee relations cases (disciplinaries, grievances, TUPE, etc.)
  • Change Management: Strong track record in large-scale organisational change and restructuring projects
  • Academic Sector Knowledge: Understanding of higher education environment and its unique challenges
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate HR strategy into practical solutions
Highly Desirable:
  • CIPD qualification or equivalent
  • Experience in matrix organisations
  • Previous university or research institution experience
  • Succession planning and talent management expertise
Why This Role?
  • Work with one of the UK's most prestigious universities
  • Hybrid working arrangement (2 days onsite, 3 days home)
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Opportunity to make a real impact during a transformational period
  • Potential pathway to permanent opportunities
  • Professional development in a world-class academic environment
Working ArrangementsOnsite Requirements: Mondays and Wednesdays at Tottenham Court Road campusRemote Working: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from homeHours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)How to ApplyReady to take on this exciting challenge? We want to hear from you!Contact Pertemps today and askfor Imran Makda to discuss this exceptional opportunity with one of London's leading universities.Note: Due to the nature of this role and the client's requirements, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.Pertemps is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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