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

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Business Partner in HR & Employment Law to provide essential services to educational institutions. This fully remote role demands strong HR expertise with travel required for client support. The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of employment law, strong interpersonal skills, and professional HR certification (CIPD preferred). Join us in making a significant impact in the education sector while enjoying a flexible work setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in employee relations casework.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Knowledge of employment law and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy.
• Cover education HR and employment law issues.
• Support clients on-site across the NW.

Skills

HR and Employment Law knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD)

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

Company: The Schools People

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 07.06.2025

Expiry Date: 22.07.2025

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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 clients with Occupational Health advice and are launching the Doctor HR service to add 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 (we set you up), but travel across the NW and beyond is required 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 service or the Doctor HR service are welcome.

Qualifications

• Strong HR and Employment Law knowledge in the education sector
• Experience of 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 Occupational Health advice is advantageous