Strategic HR Business Partner

University of the West of Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days leave

Birthday leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Employee discount

Fitness facilities

Wellbeing support

Career development

Job summary

University of the West of Scotland is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to work within the People and Wellbeing team in Paisley. You will partner with faculties, provide specialist HR advice, and drive practical people solutions across complex employee relations, performance, resourcing and organisational change.

The role emphasizes using workforce information to shape recommendations, leading HR projects, and delivering a compliant, high-quality HR service in a changing environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered CIPD membership is essential.
• Experience providing specialist HR advice to senior managers.
• Experience in complex employee relations and organisational change.
• Ability to interpret employment legislation, policies and apply to complex situations.
• Experience using workforce data to identify trends and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist HR advice and practical support to managers.
• Coach and challenge managers while maintaining positive relationships.
• Lead or coordinate HR projects and service improvements.
• Assist with workforce planning and organisational change initiatives.
• Develop HR policies and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

HR advisory

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Change management

Workforce data analysis

Coaching & influencing

Policy interpretation

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Chartered CIPD member

Job description

University of the West of Scotland is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to work within the People and Wellbeing team in Paisley. You will partner with faculties, provide specialist HR advice, and drive practical people solutions across complex employee relations, performance, resourcing and organisational change.

The role emphasizes using workforce information to shape recommendations, leading HR projects, and delivering a compliant, high-quality HR service in a changing environment.