We are proud to be partnering with an award‑winning higher education institution to appoint an HR Business Partner on a 5‑month FTC, primarily to support with employee relations casework.

This will be a full-time position based in Birmingham, with hybrid working (2 days home working) and a salary of circa £50,000.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide specialist employee relations advice to managers and staff, simplifying complex employment issues
• Manage a full range of ER casework, including sickness, absence, capability and performance, under the guidance of the ER Manager
• Influence, coach and advise managers, offering solutions that support business objectives and build confident decision‑making
• Support managers through HR policy updates and changes in employment legislation.
• Deliver training to managers to strengthen their capability in handling employee relations matters effectively

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• CIPD Level 5 (desirable)
• Strong ER casework experience
• Confident delivering first‑line HR advice
• Solid employment law knowledge
• Strong influencing, coaching and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Good HR systems and Excel capability
• Able to deliver presentations and training

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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