HR Systems Lead

Newman; Bartley Green; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Birmingham Newman University is seeking an experienced HR Systems Lead (iTrent) to drive the next phase of its HR systems transformation programme. This fixed term, part-time role (0.5 FTE) focuses on configuring, testing and optimising iTrent modules to maximise value from the integrated HRMS.

You will work with external consultants, Digital & IT Services and HR stakeholders to deliver key modules such as eRecruitment, Onboarding, eSignatures and Survey Builder, while building internal

Qualifications

• Experience with configuring and administering HR systems, especially iTrent.
• Ability to configure workflows, modules and integrations in HRMS.
• Experience supporting UAT and issue resolution across HR platforms.

Responsibilities

• Configure, test and optimise iTrent modules and workflows.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with external consultants and internal teams to deliver HR system improvements.

Skills

iTrent expertise

HR systems configuration

UAT testing

Tools

APIs

Job description

1 October 2026

Interviews:

20 October 2026

Fixed Term / Part-time

0.5 fte (18.5 hours per week)

Birmingham Newman University is seeking an experienced and motivated HR Systems Lead (iTrent) to play a key role in the next phase of our HR systems transformation programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for a HR systems specialist with strong iTrent expertise to support the implementation of our new eRecruitment solution and help maximise the value of our integrated HR Management System.

Working within the Human Resources Department and reporting to the Deputy Director of Human Resources, you will provide specialist knowledge, input and expertise in the configuration, administration and optimisation of the University’s iTrent system.

A significant focus of the role will be supporting and driving forward the implementation of key iTrent modules, including:

• eRecruitment
• Onboarding
• eSignatures
• Survey Builder

The postholder will work closely with external consultants, Digital & IT Services colleagues, Finance (Payroll) colleagues and HR stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, whilst developing sustainable internal capability and embedding best practice across the University. This will include configuring, testing and optimising iTrent modules and workflows, supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), troubleshooting and resolving issues, supporting system integrations, APIs and automated business processes and reviewing and improving existing iTrent system configurations, processes and protocols.