HR Business Partner

Job Title: HR Business Partner (Maternity Cover Contract)
Location: Loughborough
Full-time, Hybrid
Contract Duration: 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £34,000 - £45,000

SF Recruitment, in collaboration with a leading education organisation, is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join their team for a 12-month maternity cover contract. As a vital member of the HR team, you will contribute to delivering a high-quality, strategically driven HR partnership to schools and professional services, ensuring a progressive and inclusive employment experience.
You will oversee all employee relations casework, whilst also coaching and supporting managers. In addition, you will lead on people matters covering restructures, training, and procedure development with a focus on adding value with all that you do.

Key Responsibilities:
- Manage employee relations cases within assigned areas, providing guidance and escalating when necessary.
- Coach managers on HR issues and lead organizational restructures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Analyse workforce data to provide insights and advice to managers, coordinating closely with the HR data team.
- Coordinate with specialist HR teams for services such as succession planning and resourcing to ensure comprehensive support.
- Assist in the creation and review of HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements.
- Support dispute resolution processes and contribute to employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Assist in responding to Employment Tribunals, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism throughout.
- Undertake project work as assigned by the line manager, contributing to the continuous improvement of HR practices.
- Ensure all HR activities promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
- Deliver people-related training initiatives to enhance managerial capabilities and foster a positive employee experience.
- Collaborate seamlessly with other HR teams to ensure consistent and efficient service delivery across the organization.

Key Qualifications:
- Previous HR experience, particularly in employee relations, within a large, complex organization.
- CIPD Level 7 qualification.
- Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits:
Up to 44 days leave per year.
Hybrid working arrangements.
Generous pension scheme.
PLUS MANY MORE benefits tailored to support employee wellbeing and professional growth.