Senior HR Advisor

University Of Leicester; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leicester is looking for a Senior HR Advisor to enhance the employee experience as part of its ambitious People Strategy. The role involves complex case management and leading strategic HR initiatives within a supportive and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have a CIPD Level 7 qualification and significant experience in HR advisory roles, preferably in higher education or public sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior HR Advisor in complex organizations.
• Familiar with governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong understanding of employment law.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex HR cases and lead strategic projects.
• Advise and support line managers on employee relations.
• Implement organizational change initiatives.

Skills

Advising

Coaching

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Education

CIPD Level 7

Degree-level education

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About the role

The University’s ‘People Strategy’ outlines ambitious plans to enhance the professional lives of our staff and aligns with the University Strategy, ‘Our Citizens’. This sets out a number of ambitious plans to improve the working lives of our staff. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving these initiatives forward and become an integral part of our community of change-makers, the Citizens of Change.

We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to provide comprehensive HR support and guidance to our Professional Services Divisions. Your responsibilities will include managing complex cases and leading key strategic projects to ensure timely and effective outcomes. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with a minimum of three days per week on campus.

About you

The ideal candidate will possess a CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent, coupled with a degree-level education. You should have substantial recent experience as a Senior HR Advisor within a large and complex organization that engages with trade unions. Familiarity with governance and regulatory frameworks within a matrix management structure is essential. Experience in senior HR advisory roles within Higher Education, NHS, or local government is preferred.

A strong understanding of employment law and its practical application is required. You should be skilled in advising, coaching, and supporting line managers on employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, performance management, and organizational change initiatives.