HR and People Manager

Strath Union; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Student Union in Scotland is looking for an HR and People Manager to provide HR support, lead recruitment initiatives, and enhance staff experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR processes, strong organizational skills, and the ability to foster positive working relationships. This part-time role offers flexibility and a commitment to diversity and equality.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Annual leave of 31 days plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in HR processes and policy application is essential.
• Previous administration experience required.
• Ability to work using own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide general HR support to staff.
• Lead on recruitment administration.
• Conduct HR Induction Meetings with new starters.

Skills

Strong working relationships

Organisational skills

Information gathering skills

Ability to present information clearly

Education

Qualification in HR or demonstrable experience

Job description

Overview

HR and People Manager (part time 21 hours per week, term time hours may be considered), permanent

Strathclyde Students’ Union is the number one Student Union in Scotland (as voted in the recent Whatuni Student Choice awards). Strath Union is looking for a talented HR and People Manager to join our team. The HR Manager will oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes, shaping our culture, developing our team, and driving HR initiatives including recruitment, employee engagement and a high-quality staff experience.

Strath Union is committed to promoting diversity and equality for all and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from applicants with disabilities, from ethnic minority backgrounds, and those with diverse sexualities or marginalised gender identities as these groups are underrepresented.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to provide general HR support to and for staff. You will ensure all HR documentation and HR records are up to date, handle general HR enquiries in a timely and professional manner, and be the first point of contact for HR queries. A key part of the role is implementing and continuing the cultural framework to ensure staff live the organisation’s values and to promote the improvement of staff experience.

Main Responsibilities

• Answer general employee questions and provide a point of contact for HR.
• Maintain and update data on the HR portal.
• Set up new starters and ensure all right to work documentation and access to relevant systems are provided.
• Lead on all recruitment administration for staff, advertising, contracting new starters and onboarding.
• Support line managers to follow HR policy and procedure (e.g., scheduling probation reviews, monitoring compliance with mandatory training and holiday usage).
• Work on initiatives to promote the improvement of staff experience.
• Contribute to the continual development and strategic vision of the HR service.
• Administer regular staff engagement surveys.
• Regular reporting of key HR stats to the senior management team and suggest remedial action if required.
• Ensure emails to the HR inbox are regularly monitored and answered in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct HR Induction Meetings with new starters.
• Provide support in HR investigation meetings, disciplinary or grievance meetings including basic investigation interviews and taking minutes in more complex interviews.
• Source relevant training and development opportunities for staff and maintain up-to-date training records.
• Support the implementation of the Strath Union cultural framework and ensure staff live the organisation's values.

General

• To comply with all Strath Union policies, procedures and governing documents.
• To work within Strath Union’s Mission, Vision and Values at all times.
• To be responsible for all Health and Safety requirements related to the role.
• To undertake any other tasks commensurate with the level of appointment as reasonably requested.
• The post-holder is expected to portray a positive image of the Union, internally and externally, and to set high standards of personal integrity and professionalism.
• To build and maintain professional networks to keep knowledge up to date.
• To undertake personal and professional development as required to fulfil the role, including attending events away from the Union’s offices as needed.
• Strath Union offers flexible working, with the majority of this role based in our offices at 51 Richmond Street, Glasgow G1 1XU.

Key relationships

Internal: Staff

External: Employment Law Consultants

Person Specification

Educational

Essential

Qualification in HR or demonstrable experience in a similar role

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Previous administration experience

Understanding of HR processes and policy and experience of applying them

Experience within an HR role

Experience of communicating with a diverse range of people, both individuals and groups

Experience of effectively multi-tasking tasks

Experience of working with in a busy office environment

Experience of developing and managing administrative processes

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally

Ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing or verbally

Information gathering skills

High degree of organisational skills

Ability to work using own initiative

Personal Qualities

Essential

Understanding of commitment to equality of opportunity

Reliable and trustworthy

Team focused approach

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Flexible

Committed to continuous improvement

Attention to detail

Other Information

Students’ Unions are a specialised area within Higher Education and the third sector where student Executive Officers are elected annually. This presents various exciting opportunities and challenges.

The post holder will be a member of staff who is expected to portray a positive image of the Union, internally and externally, and to set high standards of personal integrity and professionalism.

The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period; 31 days annual leave per year plus 11 public holidays (pro rata as necessary).

The successful applicant will be eligible to join the relevant workplace pensions scheme as determined by their starting grade.

This role may be suitable for some remote working, but there will be a requirement for on-campus working on a regular and permanent basis.

Application process

Please submit your application through Deputy before 23.00 on Thursday 30th October 2025.

When prompted to upload your CV, please also upload a CV and cover letter (max 1,000 words) detailing the knowledge, skills, and experience you think makes you the right candidate for the job. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Strath Union.

Please ignore any request from the system for a video upload as this is not part of the application process.

If you have any questions regarding the role, have trouble with your application, or need to apply in a different way please email Emma, Deputy CEO (see email address in how to apply section)