HR Business Partner

Michael Page; Leeds; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

On-site parking

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to partner with senior leaders across a multi-site education organisation in Leeds. The role focuses on employee relations, organisational change, talent management and workforce planning, delivering strategic and operational HR support.

The successful candidate will influence leaders, manage complex casework, and drive people solutions that align with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employee relations, including disciplinary/grievance cases.
• Strong stakeholder management with senior leaders.
• Experience leading organisational change and workforce planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR advice to managers on people matters.
• Work with HR team to deliver effective HR processes across sites.
• Guide managers through employee relations matters, ensuring fair handling of cases.
• Support workforce planning by identifying people needs and actions.
• Help managers apply HR policies and procedures consistently.
• Prepare HR documentation and maintain records for sound decision making.
• Collaborate to resolve HR queries and improve day-to-day experience.
• Contribute to people-focused projects aligned with organisational aims.

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Change management

HR policy

Data analytics

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Join a values-driven organisation where you will partner with senior leaders to shape people strategy, drive organisational performance, and lead on complex HR matters. This is an influential role offering real visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact across a large multi-site workforce.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected and well-established education organisation with a strong reputation for excellence, collaboration and employee development. With multiple sites and a people-first culture, they are committed to investing in their workforce and creating an inclusive environment where employees can thrive and deliver outstanding outcomes.

The role requires 5 days onsite.

Description

Reporting into the senior HR leadership team, the HR Business Partner will provide both strategic and operational HR support across a portfolio of sites. Working closely with senior leaders, you will lead on employee relations, organisational change, talent management, succession planning, workforce planning, engagement, wellbeing and performance improvement initiatives.

This is a fast-paced role that requires strong stakeholder management skills, the ability to manage complex casework, and a proactive approach to supporting organisational objectives through effective people solutions.

• Provide day-to-day HR advice to managers, helping them handle people matters clearly and consistently.
• Work with the Human Resources team to deliver effective HR processes across the organisation.
• Guide managers through employee relations matters, ensuring cases are handled fairly and professionally.
• Support workforce planning activities by identifying people needs and practical actions.
• Help managers apply HR policies and procedures in a consistent way.
• Prepare clear HR documentation and maintain accurate records to support sound decision-making.
• Work with colleagues to resolve HR queries and improve the day-to-day employee experience.
• Contribute to people-focused projects that support the organisation's wider aims.

Profile

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a HR Business Partner, HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor
• Strong employee relations experience, including complex disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance cases
• Experience supporting restructures, organisational change and workforce planning activities
• Ability to influence, challenge and coach leaders at all levels
• Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
• Data-driven with the ability to use people metrics to support decision-making
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Experience within education, public sector or other complex multi-site environments would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• Salary: £44,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
• Predominantly site-based role across Leeds locations - free parking
• Five days per week on site is preferred; however, exceptional candidates seeking a four-day working pattern will be considered
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive wellbeing and employee benefits package

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.