Business Partner - Derby, United Kingdom - University of Derby

University of Derby

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Derby, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Job details:

Department

Human Resources

Responsible to

Head of HR Strategy, Reward and Employee Relations

Location

Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Salary

£48,906 to £61,133 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £70,303 per annum)

Closing date

Wednesday 14 February 2024

Contract type

Permanent

Post type

Full-time

Reference

0028-24

About the role:

About University of Derby
We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About our team

In People Experience and Culture, we foster a culture of excellence which positively impacts the staff experience and supports the University's growth and success for our students.

We focus on the wellbeing of our colleagues, and support our leaders to create engaged, goal-aligned teams that power our organisation and community.

The opportunity:

We are looking for a knowledgeable and versatile professional to join our HR team in the role of
Business Partner - Policy, Strategy, and Reward.

This unique position offers the chance to significantly shape our university's HR strategy, with a special emphasis on developing expertise in the pay and reward agenda.

You will work directly alongside two other colleagues in a small team focussed on HR policy and strategy, reward and employee relations.

What you will bring to the role:

You might be an experienced HR Business Partner, an Operations Manager who has overseen Payroll and Pensions, or someone with a strong background in Policy, Strategy, or Reward.

You may be a current specialist looking to broaden your remit.

You will have a keen interest in reward and employee relations as part of our wider resourcing and HR agenda.

In this key position, you'll play a crucial role in advancing the university's HR strategy, including innovative pay and reward approaches.

Your efforts will be key to aligning HR policy and strategy with the university's wider objectives, thereby enhancing employee engagement, and making a substantial contribution to our overarching HR vision.

What you can expect from us

A chance to be a pivotal part of a forwardthinking HR team.
Opportunities for personal growth and professional development in Reward and Employee Relations.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days + bank holidays + 4 days concessionary leave
Hybrid working available
Coaching and development in role
Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to employerfunded Private Health Insurance with BUPA
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including familyfriendly policies, generous sick pay provision, and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym.
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a dedicated HR professional and eager to develop your expertise in Reward and Employee Relations, we would love to hear from you.

Key contacts

Principal accountabilities:

Lead policy and HR strategy initiatives to foster a positive work environment and ensure compliance with legal standards.
Champion and communicate HR strategy and policies universitywide, ensuring understanding, buyin, and effective implementation.
Lead the development and enhancement of the Reward proposition and programmes, including pensions as part of the reward package, conducting analysis of current practices versus market trends to strategically enhance employee engagement and support the university's resourcing agenda.
Collaborate and influence across departments and teams, including HR Operations and Finance, to ensure integrated approaches and shared objectives in support of our resourcing, reward and wider HR strategies.
Lead and develop the annual pay review process to maintain market competitiveness and align with university objectives. This includes enhancing communication strategies around pay, negotiating w