HR professional

The University has a values-led Vision and Strategy which sets out an ambitious and exciting journey, to be a people focused, world-leading university that harnesses academic excellence, innovation and creativity to advance knowledge and provide benefits to individuals, to organisations and to society as a whole. To achieve this vision, we recognise that our people, and our culture are critical to our success.
As part of this journey, we are seeking an experienced HR professional to join our People Relations and Policies Team to provide additional capacity and support as we deliver our ambitious plans.
As a People Relations Advisor (Casework) you will work closely with managers, trade union representatives, and other key stakeholders, to provide expert guidance across a broad range of employee relations and people matters, with a key focus initially being on effectively managing employee relations cases and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

If you enjoy employee relations and are looking for a role where your employment law knowledge and HR skills and experience are really valued then this is a great opportunity to join our professional and experienced People Relations Team and apply your professional expertise in a large, complex and unionised environment.
As the successful candidate you will have substantial HR experience a creative, solutions orientated approach to issue resolution and a strong track record of working collaboratively with colleagues. You will also be able to demonstrate your ability to effectively manage complex employee relations issues, drawing on your strong communication, influencing and organisational skills.

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

This role is full time, fixed term until October 31st 2028.
We are seeking an experienced HR professional to join our People Relations and Policies Team to provide additional capacity and support as we deliver our ambitious plans.
£36,636 to £38,784 with progression to £46,049 per annum