Assistant HR Business Partner
- Posted 13 January 2026
- Salary Up to £48,800
- LocationBirmingham
- Discipline Human Resources
- Reference172673
- Contact NameEmily Slaughter
Job description
We are partnering with a Higher Education establishment in Birmingham who is looking to recruit for an Assistant HR Business Partnerto join a busy HR Advisory Services team.This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) and offers hybrid working (2 days home working) and a salary of up to £48,822 per annum.
The successful candidate must have experience working within a Higher Education establishment or an environment where they have a proven track record building relationships with academics.
This is a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive HR generalist advisory service across a large organisation, providing expert advice and guidance on a wide range of employee-related issues and supporting strategic HR initiatives when required and would suit a strong HR Advisor who has a proven track record working with Academics to build relationships and provide advice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing timely, expert advice to managers on HR matters such as performance, sickness, conduct, grievance, TUPE, and probation
- Leading or supporting HR projects, driving process efficiencies and service improvements
- Collaborating with HR colleagues to resolve complex employee relations issues
- Analysing HR data to identify trends and propose improvements
- Coaching Head of Services and managers on HR processes and develop tools to enhance their capability
- Acting as a role model for organisational values, promoting equality and diversity
About You:
- Demonstrated HR advisory experience across a broad range of HR areas