HR Business Partner (Fixed term to 31/07/27)

Leeds Beckett University; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension schemes

Excellent holiday entitlements

Flexible working

Reduced study fees

Subsidised fitness facilities

A lot more

Job summary

Leeds Beckett University is seeking a proactive HR Business Partner (CIPD Level 7 or equivalent) to operate at senior HRBP level in a complex environment. You will build credibility quickly with senior leaders, drive transformational change, and deliver pragmatic, commercially-focused HR solutions.

You will partner a number of senior leaders across schools and professional services, contributing to strategic university-wide projects and day-to-day HR matters with a One HR mindset.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience in a senior HR role.
• HRBP level experience within a complex organisation.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and deliver pragmatic HR solutions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across schools and professional services.

Responsibilities

• Partner senior leaders across Schools and professional services on business-as-usual matters.
• Lead HR on University-wide strategic projects and change initiatives.
• Support a One HR approach, ensuring quality HR service and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with a close HRBP team to navigate complex people matters.

Skills

Strategic HR partnership

Change management

Employee relations

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Leeds Beckett University is an inclusive, vibrant workplace with ambitious plans. Our mission is to be an excellent, accessible, and globally engaged university, contributing positively to a thriving northern economy. We know that tomorrow's challenges will not be addressed by today's thoughts, approaches and mindsets.

We are looking for a proactive, forward-thinking and strategic HR Business Partner (CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience) with a strong track record of operating at HRBP level within a complex organisation. As this is a fixed-term opportunity, we are seeking an experienced practitioner who can quickly establish credibility, build effective relationships with senior leaders and add value from the outset. Equipped and eager to support senior organisational leaders within a fast-paced and stimulating environment, you will bring the confidence, judgement and expertise to navigate complex people matters.

A thought leader with excellent communication skills, you thrive on making a difference. You are a strong team player with significant change management experience and a demonstrable ability to influence and drive transformational change. You have a proven record of delivering expert, pragmatic and commercially focused solutions across a range of complex employee relations, organisational change and workforce challenges.

You will work alongside a close team of HR Business Partners and the wider HR team. Taking a One HR approach, together we strive for continuous review and improvement to ensure we deliver a quality HR service. You will partner a number of senior leaders, across various schools and professional services within the University on business-as-usual matters whilst also taking the HR lead on a number of University wide strategic projects.

While this is advertised as a full-time position, we recognise the value of flexible working and would be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking a reduced working pattern of 0.8 or 0.9 FTE (four or four and a half days per week).

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Nic Beaumont ( [e-mail] ) to arrange a suitable time to speak with Jen Cartwright, Associate Director of ER and HR Business Partnering.

Benefits

• generous pension schemes
• excellent holiday entitlements
• flexible working
• reduced study fees
• subsidised fitness facilities
• a lot more

We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly from black and minority ethnic candidates as members of these groups are currently under-represented at this level of post.

All appointments will be based on merit.

Leeds Beckett University is a Disability Confident Employer.

Disabled candidates who demonstrate all essential criteria within the Person Specification will be invited to an interview.