Strategic HR Business Partner - Education & Change

Tempest Resourcing Limited; Morley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development support

Opportunity to influence people/organ'

Job summary

Tempest Resourcing Limited is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join a Central HR Team in Leeds. You will influence senior leaders, manage complex employee relations matters and drive positive organisational change across a multi-academy trust.

You will align people strategies with organisational objectives, provide expert employment advice, and support workforce development across the organisation, with a focus on inclusive, high-performing cultures.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases.
• The ability to provide clear, practical HR advice to managers and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience using HR data and insights to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategy with organisational goals and priorities.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations cases, providing clear, practical and timely advice.
• Advise managers and senior leaders on disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance-related matters.
• Drive organisational development, performance management and change initiatives.
• Use HR data, reporting and workforce insights to support informed decision-making.
• Support talent management, succession planning and workforce development.
• Build effective relationships with Principals, senior leaders and other key stakeholders.
• Promote consistent application of HR policies, procedures and employment legislation.
• Champion a positive, inclusive and values-driven workplace culture.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and enhance organisational effectiveness.

Skills

Influencing senior leaders

HR strategy

Data-driven HR insights

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

Tempest Resourcing Limited is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join a Central HR Team in Leeds. You will influence senior leaders, manage complex employee relations matters and drive positive organisational change across a multi-academy trust.

You will align people strategies with organisational objectives, provide expert employment advice, and support workforce development across the organisation, with a focus on inclusive, high-performing cultures.