Schools People Senior Business Partner- HR & Employment Law (GDPR/OH a bonus)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy provider is seeking a Senior Business Partner in HR & Employment Law for a full-time, remote position. The role involves delivering comprehensive consultancy services to educational institutions, with a strong emphasis on HR compliance and support for client interactions. Ideal candidates will have significant expertise in education HR, employee relations, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Benefits

Home office setup provided

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Strong HR and Employment Law knowledge in the education sector.
• Experience with employee relations casework.
• Experience working with trade unions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients.
• Support on-site at various locations across the NW and wider regions.

Skills

HR and Employment Law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Knowledge of employment law

Education

Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD)

Job description

Company Description

The Schools People is a provider of HR & Employment Law Consultancy and DPO Services to Schools, Academies, and Multi Academy Trusts. Through our parent company Schools Advisory Service, we also support their clients with advice on Occupational Health matters. This year, we are launching the Doctor HR service to provide added value.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Schools People Senior Business Partner in HR & Employment Law, with knowledge of GDPR and Occupational Health management in education being advantageous. The position is home-based (we provide setup), but travel across the NW and wider regions is required to support clients on-site. The Senior Business Partner will deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients, covering a full range of education HR and employment law issues. Contributing to our DPO service or the Doctor HR service would also be welcomed.

Qualifications

• Strong HR and Employment Law knowledge in the education sector
• Experience with employee relations casework
• Experience working with trade unions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects
• Knowledge of employment law and regulations
• Experience working in the education sector
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD) preferred or willingness to pursue CPD
• Knowledge or experience of GDPR/DPO services or advising on Occupational Health questions is advantageous