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

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

Job summary

A consultancy firm specializing in HR and Employment Law seeks a Senior Business Partner for a remote role requiring expertise in education-specific HR. This role involves delivering consultancy services and may involve travel to client sites, while also contributing to new service offerings like Doctor HR. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of employment law, excellent communication skills, and professional HR certification, with a willingness to support the education sector.

Qualifications

• Strong HR expertise in the education sector.
• Experience with employee relations and trade unions.
• Knowledge of employment law and GDPR/DPO services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy.
• Support clients on-site across the NW and wider areas.
• Contribute to DPO or Doctor HR services.

Skills

HR and Employment Law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization and project management

Education

Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD)

Job description

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

Client:

The Schools People

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

21

Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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 clients with Occupational Health advice, and this year 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 specializing in HR & Employment Law. Knowledge of GDPR and Occupational Health in education would be advantageous. The role is home-based (we set you up), but travel across the NW and wider areas is required to support clients on-site. The Senior Business Partner will deliver HR and Employment Law consultancy to clients, covering education-specific HR and employment law issues. Contributions to our DPO or Doctor HR services are 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 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 Occupational Health advice is advantageous

Additional Notes

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Created on 28/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom