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