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

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Business Partner specializing in HR & Employment Law, working remotely with required travel. The ideal candidate will have strong HR expertise in the education sector, excellent communication skills, and a professional HR certification. This role offers a chance to provide valuable consultancy services while supporting various clients in navigating complex employment law matters.

Qualifications

• Experience with employee relations casework.
• Experience working with trade unions.
• Knowledge of GDPR and Occupational Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients.
• Support clients on-site with HR issues.
• Contribute to DPO service or Doctor HR service.

Skills

HR knowledge

Employment Law knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project 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. 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 as advantageous. The role is home-based, with travel across the NW and wider areas required to support clients on-site. The Senior Business Partner will deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients, covering a broad range of education HR and employment law issues. Contribution to our DPO service or the Doctor HR service is welcome.

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 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