Vacancy: HR Business Partner
Hertfordshire| 30 hours per week | 9 Month FTC
Our client – based in the Hertfordshire– are currently looking for a HR Business Partner to join their central HR function on 9 month fixed term contract on a part-time basis. The role is 30 hours per week, and the hiring manager is flexible how these hours are worked per week!
- Start date: Dependent on notice period, ideally October 2026
- Salary: £54,000 per annum (FTE)
Duties will include (but not limited to):
- Provide strategic and operational HR Business Partner support across a broad generalist remit, advising managers and senior leaders on a wide range of people-related matters
- Support organisational change and workforce planning, advising on HR implications, workforce requirements, organisational structures, employee engagement and potential employee relations risks
- Coach and influence managers to strengthen their people management and leadership skills, providing guidance on performance, conduct, absence and employee development, while constructively challenging inappropriate behaviours and decisions
- Provide expert advice on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance and absence cases, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes
- Build strong relationships with managers and senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted HR adviser and providing proactive, commercially focused advice aligned with organisational strategy
- Support he implementation of HR initiatives, policies and organisational programmes, contributing to employee engagement, organisational effectiveness and improved people management practices
Experience required:
- CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum - Essential
- Background working in in the public sector - Essential
- Experience working with trade union – Essential
- Knowledge of the iTrent system - Desirable
Rewards andBenefits:
- Leave & Flexibility: 25–35 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and extra university closure days over Christmas. Hybrid working and job share options are available.
- Health & Wellbeing: A 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme supports mental, financial, and emotional health.
- Pension & Finance: Contributory pension schemes are provided.
- Professional Development: Access to hundreds of workshops, with up to five days of study leave per year.
- Campus Facilities & Discounts: Access to Hertfordshire Sports Village with discounted memberships, onsite childcare, and discounted hairdressing/beauty treatments.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay are available.
- Additional Perks: Long service awards, free parking, and free entry to campus events
- Any many more!
Working hours
- 30.00 hours per week (flexible working)
- Monday - Friday
- Hybrid working: Please note you will be required to be on site 1-2 days per week
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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