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

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy specializing in HR & Employment Law is seeking a Senior Business Partner to provide expert consultancy to schools and academies. This full-time remote role requires extensive knowledge in education HR, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. The position also involves on-site client support across various regions, enhancing service efficacy.

Qualifications

• Strong HR and Employment Law knowledge in the education sector.
• Experience with employee relations casework and trade unions.
• Willingness to pursue CPD.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

HR Knowledge

Employment Law Knowledge

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Professional HR Certification (e.g., CIPD)

Job 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 clients with advice on Occupational Health matters and 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 in education being advantageous. The role is home-based, with travel across the NW and wider areas to support clients on-site. The Senior Business Partner will deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy, covering education HR and employment law issues. Contributions to our DPO or Doctor HR services are also 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 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