HR Business Partner

3 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full time

Full Time- 35 hours per week

Open Ended- Permanent Contract

The Opportunity: 

Human Resources are a strategic partner in delivering the University of Edinburgh’s mission and values. We have an important role in shaping aspirational and innovative long-term people strategies that attract, develop, reward and retain a highly motivated and diverse workforce. We are a community of over 140 HR professionals who strive for a positive supportive culture and working environment. We influence change initiatives, define talent and development opportunities and deliver quality lifecycle services that help the University and its Academic and Professional Service staff succeed.  

As an HR Partner aligned to Corporate Services, you and the team will contribute to the provision of a professional HR service to around 3,000 staff across a diverse range of departments and roles. You’ll act as a conduit between Corporate Services departments and other HR teams, to deliver value adding guidance and expertise, drive a consistent approach and a seamless service for our colleagues. 

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.  

Your skills and attributes for success:

  • Professionally qualified in Human Resource Management to degree level or with equivalent experience
  • Proven experience in HR within a Partnering/Advisory role
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure and cope with conflicting and changing priorities
  • Ability to influence, challenge and negociate effectively

£39,347 to £46,974 per annum


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