Strategic People Partner | HRBP for Change & Culture

University Centre Peterborough; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

43 days annual leave incl. bank &discr

LGPS pension

Health and wellbeing benefits

On-site parking

Professional development

Vivup benefits

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Inspire Education Group in Peterborough is looking for a People Partner to provide strategic HR guidance across designated business areas. You will partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, employee relations, change management, and employee engagement initiatives.

The role requires CIPD qualification (or equivalent) and a strong knowledge of employment law, safeguarding, and inclusion. This full-time permanent post offers a competitive salary and extensive pension and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• You will be an experienced HR professional or People Partner with a strong track record of providing strategic advice and managing complex employee relations, change management, and workforce planning initiatives.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) alongside up-to-date knowledge of employment law and a strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead People Services contact for allocated business areas, building effective relationships with leaders and managers.
• Provide high-quality professional advice and guidance on complex employee relations matters, restructures, and organisational change.
• Support managers to drive improvements in workforce performance, engagement, attendance, retention, and wellbeing outcomes.
• Partner with leaders and L&D to drive workforce planning, succession planning, and organisational development activities.
• Analyse workforce data, trends, and people metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and targeted interventions.
• Support the delivery of organisational change programs, restructures, and consultation processes in line with legislation.
• Contribute to the review, development, and implementation of people policies, procedures, and best practice guidance.
• Work collaboratively with recognised trade unions and employee representatives to foster positive employee relations.
• Lead and support strategic people initiatives aligned with the People Plan, including inclusion, talent, and culture programs.
• Enhance manager capability through coaching, training, and practical support to build confidence in people management.

Skills

Strategic HR advisory

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Change management

Coaching and development

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Inspire Education Group in Peterborough is looking for a People Partner to provide strategic HR guidance across designated business areas. You will partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, employee relations, change management, and employee engagement initiatives.

The role requires CIPD qualification (or equivalent) and a strong knowledge of employment law, safeguarding, and inclusion. This full-time permanent post offers a competitive salary and extensive pension and wellbeing benefits.