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

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy provider to schools is seeking a Senior Business Partner in HR & Employment Law. This full-time remote position based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne involves delivering expert HR and Employment Law consultancy, while also supporting various education HR issues across the North West. Applicants should possess strong HR knowledge, excellent communication skills, and ideally hold a professional HR certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in education sector is essential.
• Professional HR certification is preferred or willingness to pursue CPD.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients.
• Handle education-specific HR issues and manage projects.

Skills

Strong HR and Employment Law knowledge

Employee relations casework

Working with trade unions

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Knowledge of employment law

Experience in education sector

GDPR knowledge

Occupational Health management

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. We also support clients with Occupational Health advice and are launching the Doctor HR service to add further value.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Senior Business Partner in HR & Employment Law, based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, with travel across the North West and wider areas to support clients on-site. The role involves delivering HR and Employment Law consultancy, handling education-specific HR issues. Knowledge of GDPR and Occupational Health management in education is advantageous. The role may also contribute to our DPO and Doctor HR services.

Qualifications

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