Head of Human Resources

Job Title: Head of Human Resources
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £65,000 (subject to experience)
Job type: Permanent, Full-time.
UCB has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked sixth in the 2022 Guardian League Tables and named the runner-up in the Times University of the Year 2022 and the Times University of the Year 2022 for Teaching Quality.
The Role:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Human Resources department at University College Birmingham as the Head of Human Resources at an exciting time as we move to develop a brand new HR Strategy.
University College Birmingham is a unique Further and Higher Education institution in the heart of the City centre, specialising in vocational courses from Patisserie to Theatrical Hair and Make-Up. We have a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick and excellent facilities having invested c£140 million in new teaching and support function facilities over recent years.
In order to continue to grow and develop the University is looking for the right candidate to assist the Executive Management Team in developing a strategy to support in the development of a dynamic and inclusive work force, grow a passionate and loyal employee base and develop future leaders in order to meet the University's goals.
Candidate Requirements:
You will have a Level 7 CIPD qualification (or equivalent) and significant experience in a leadership role; with the ability to evidence experience in developing and implementing HR strategy.
Benefits:
* 38 days' paid leave per year (26 days' annual leave plus 12 bank holiday and concessionary days)
* Local government/Teachers' pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Excellent staff development opportunities
* Salary sacrifice car leasing, tech and cycle schemes
* Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking
* Hybrid Working Opportunities
* Free On-site Gym Membership
* Employee Assistance Programme
Extra Information:
All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.
Closing Date - Friday 27th May 2022 at midday.
Interview Dates - TBC
UCB is an equal opportunities employer.
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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Human Resources Manager, HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Officer, Human Resources Consultant, People Strategy, HR Coordinator, may also be considered for this role