HR Generalist & Strategy Partner — Hybrid (Higher Ed)

University of Leeds; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent higher education institution in England seeks an HR Manager (Generalist) to develop and deliver workforce solutions. This role combines effective relationship management and strategic initiative leadership. The ideal candidate will hold an Advanced CIPD qualification and have a strong track record in HR. Benefits include a generous holiday entitlement, pension options, and a range of personal development opportunities. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and promotes service excellence and continuous improvement.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus 16 bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Access to on-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in developing workforce solutions.
• Ability to manage organizational changes effectively.
• Track record of leading and delivering innovative HR solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to offer HR advice and challenges.
• Develop engaging workforce strategies.
• Manage changes effectively and maintain business continuity.
• Lead service-wide HR strategic initiatives.

Skills

Effective relationship management

Influencing skills

Workforce strategy development

HR best practice knowledge

Education

Advanced (Level 7) CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

A prominent higher education institution in England seeks an HR Manager (Generalist) to develop and deliver workforce solutions. This role combines effective relationship management and strategic initiative leadership. The ideal candidate will hold an Advanced CIPD qualification and have a strong track record in HR. Benefits include a generous holiday entitlement, pension options, and a range of personal development opportunities. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and promotes service excellence and continuous improvement.