Human Resources Business Partner

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom QA Higher Education Full time £35,000 - £55,000 per year

Join Us as a Human Resource (People) Advisor

Location:
Birmingham City Centre

Working Style:
Hybrid (with some travel)

Organisation:
QA Higher Education, 12-month fixed term contract

Are you passionate about people and ready to make a real impact in higher education?

At QA Higher Education, we're on a mission to deliver a first-class experience for our students—and that starts with our people. We're looking for a
People Advisor
to join our dynamic People Team and help shape a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Partner with managers
    to provide expert advice on employee relations, performance, and policy interpretation.
  • Lead and support
    on employee relations cases including grievances, disciplinaries, absence, and capability.
  • Drive continuous improvement
    by contributing to People Team projects and HR process enhancements.
  • Support organisational change
    , including TUPE activities and change management initiatives.
  • Champion our values
    , helping to embed the QA Spirit across the business.
  • Deliver HR-focused training
    to build managerial capability and employee engagement.

What You'll Bring:

  • Ideally hold CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR qualification/experience.
  • Proven experience in managing complex employee relations and absence cases.
  • Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with attention to detail.
  • Experience in fast-paced HR environments and policy development.

Why Join QA Higher Education?

  • Be part of a
    collaborative and forward-thinking team
    that values continuous learning.
  • Make a real difference in shaping the
    employee experience
    across our organisation.
  • Enjoy
    professional development opportunities
    and support for your growth.
  • Work in a
    diverse and inclusive environment
    where your voice matters.

About QA Higher Education:

QAHE partners with leading UK universities to deliver a wide range of programmes—from foundation to postgraduate level—across subjects like Business, Computing, Cyber Security, and more. We're committed to widening access to higher education and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment for all.

Equal Opportunities:

QA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to complete a basic DBS check.

Ready to Empower Our People?

Apply now and help us build a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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