Global University Systems

Senior HR Business Partner – 12 Month FTC

Global University Systems

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Reporting directly to the Global Chief People Officer, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and take ownership of delivering a world-class HR service to our HQ teams.
  • Shape and execute the HR strategy in partnership with the Global Chief People Officer and HQ leadership.
  • Serve as a key coach and advisor to senior leaders, providing insight on performance, engagement, change, and overall people strategy.
  • Ensure the structure and capability of our teams remain fit for purpose.
  • Champion a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee seamless HR operations, from onboarding to governance.
  • Champion a continuous improvement culture, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance employee experience, and elevate operational effectiveness.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the HR Advisor, creating a collaborative, empowered, high-performing environment.

Requirements

  • Proven background in a senior HRBP or HR leadership role within a complex, global environment.
  • Experience influencing executive-level stakeholders and leading meaningful transformation.
  • Strong understanding of UK employment law; global HR experience is highly advantageous.
  • Previous responsibility for HR within corporate functions is highly desirable.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into people-centric strategies.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness.
  • Resilience, agility, and a solutions-focused mindset suited to fast-paced, evolving organisations.
Benefits
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - time to rest, recharge, and balance life beyond work.
  • Hybrid working - most roles offer hybrid or flexible arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance (T&C's apply) - prioritising your wellbeing with speedy access to healthcare whenever you need support.
  • Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply) - spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan.
  • Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply) - access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes.
  • Staff Discount Scheme - via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics, etc
  • Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
HR strategyHR operationsonboardinggovernanceperformance managementemployee engagementchange managementprocess improvementstakeholder managementUK employment law
Soft Skills
coachingadvisingcollaborationemotional intelligencecultural awarenessresilienceagilitystrategic thinkingsolutions-focused mindsetleadership