HR Business Partner

Oakleaf; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected education provider is seeking a People Partner to influence culture and drive people initiatives across multiple educational settings. This critical role requires collaboration with senior leadership, managing local HR teams, and addressing employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have significant HR experience in the education sector, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior HR role.
• Strong background in the education sector is essential.
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Drive and implement the people strategy across the region.
• Support and develop People Advisors through coaching.
• Lead recruitment for key leadership and HR roles.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Coaching

Collaboration

Education

Experience in senior HR role

Background in education sector

Job description

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Are you a strategic HR leader with a passion for education and people development? Our client, a well-respected education provider, is seeking a People Partner to join their regional leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to influence culture, drive people initiatives, and make a lasting impact across multiple educational settings.

About the Role:
As a People Partner, you’ll work closely with senior leadership to shape and implement the regional people strategy. You will lead and support local HR teams, coach school Heads and senior leaders, and drive initiatives that build capability, engagement, and performance.

This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, requiring a confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Strategic People Leadership

Drive and implement the people strategy across the region, ensuring alignment with wider organisational goals.

Collaborate with senior leaders to lead change, support workforce planning, and strengthen leadership capability.

Lead local implementation of central HR initiatives.

Team Management & Development

Support and develop People Advisors through regular coaching, feedback, and development planning.

Provide guidance and support to local HR teams to ensure consistency and compliance in HR practices.

Talent & Workforce Planning

Lead recruitment for key leadership and HR roles.

Support succession planning and internal talent development.

Monitor internal promotion rates and help identify and close succession gaps.

Learning & Development

Work with the central L&D team to deliver impactful development programmes.

Equip managers with the tools and skills to lead effectively.

Engagement & Culture

Monitor employee engagement and drive initiatives to improve satisfaction, retention, and wellbeing.

Promote an inclusive, values-led culture across all settings.

Employee Relations & Performance

Act as the escalation point for complex ER matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolutions.

Oversee performance management and support managers in conducting timely and meaningful reviews.

Compensation & HR Systems

Support the development of fair pay and benefits strategies.

Leverage HR data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Proven experience in a senior HR role, with a strong background in the education sector (this is essential)

A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within schools or multi-site educational settings

Strong leadership and coaching capabilities

A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving

Solid experience in employee relations, change management, and talent planning

The ability to influence and build relationships at all levels

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the people agenda in a values-driven organisation where education and wellbeing go hand in hand. If you’re looking for a varied, rewarding HR leadership role with real purpose – we’d love to hear from you.