What we do

Burman are a specialist Recruitment agency with a number of niche brands across the Education and Public Sectors. We are invested in building long term partnerships with both candidates and clients, aiming to provide a consultative approach across all areas of our business. In order to deliver this, we prioritise knowledge, market specialism and a dedication to our vision of becoming a community hub within both the Education and Public Sector.
These niche brands focus on:
Professional Services within Higher and Further Education Human Resources within the public sector Projects and Change within the public sector

HR Reward Advisor 45,000 - 55,000 per annum Permanent / Full-Time London (Hybrid Working) Burman are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Reward Advisor to join our public sector organisation based in London. You will play a key role in developing and implementing reward strategies that align with our organisational goals, while ensuring that our benefits offering is competitive and attractive to both current and prospective employees. The HR Reward Advisor will provide specialist advice on compensation, benefits, and recognition programs, working closely with key stakeholders across the organisation to ensure the effective management of reward schemes. This role will also be pivotal in reviewing and enhancing existing reward frameworks, while ensuring they are fair, inclusive, and compliant with public sector regulations. Key Responsibilities Reward Strategy: Assist in the development, review, and implementation of the organisation's reward strategy, ensuring it is competitive, equitable, and aligned with market trends. Benefits Management: Manage the full range of employee benefits, including pensions, health, well being programs, and flexible working options, ensuring they meet the needs of employees and remain within budget. Salary Benchmarking: Conduct salary benchmarking exercises to ensure pay scales remain competitive and compliant with public sector pay frameworks, and advise on any necessary adjustments. Job Evaluation: Support the job evaluation process, ensuring roles are correctly graded, and provide advice on job classifications and salary bands. Policy Development: Develop, review, and maintain reward and benefits policies, ensuring they reflect best practice and comply with relevant public sector legislation and guidelines. Data Analysis: Analyse and report on compensation data, benefits uptake, and trends to provide insights and recommendations to senior management for improvements and cost deficiencies. Communication: Ensure that all employees are well informed about their reward and benefits packages, and that communications are clear, accessible, and effective. Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with HR teams, finance departments, and external benefits providers to deliver efficient reward and benefits solutions.

HR Reward Advisor

Secretariat Manager - Executive Assistant Circa 50,000 per annum Maternity Cover - 6 / 9 Months FTC (Maternity Cover) London, Hybrid The Secretariat Manager will lead the Executive support function, ensuring seamless and customer-focused service delivery. The post holder will provide direction to the Executive support team, maintain high-quality service for the Executive team, and resolve workload pressures by implementing system improvements and conducting regular reviews of employee performance. Additionally, the role will directly support key Executive members (typically the Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor), managing their workflow, tracking reports, deadlines, drafting correspondence, and arranging appointments, while also offering project management support. Duties and Responsibilities: Team Leadership : Lead the Secretariat team, providing guidance and direction to ensure high-quality executive support that aligns with organisational strategies. Workflow Management : Oversee and actively manage incoming departmental work, contributing personally to the team's efforts. Staff Development : Manage, develop, and support the Executive Assistants and Governance Manager, ensuring team growth and performance. Policy and Procedure Enforcement : Develop and enforce systems, policies, and procedures to optimise productivity within the Secretariat. Executive Support : Provide comprehensive support to the Executive team, including managing diaries, inboxes, travel, hospitality, and filing. Meeting and Event Coordination : Organise executive committees, meetings, and events, handling all logistics such as venue booking, AV setup, minute-taking, and external contracts. Communication : Draft and prepare high-quality correspondence and communications on behalf of the Executive Team. Stakeholder Management : Handle inquiries from suppliers, partners, and stakeholders, becoming a key contact for the Executive team. Project Management : Lead and manage projects for the Executive, ensuring successful delivery and reporting on outcomes. Data and Systems Management : Maintain and develop spreadsheets, databases, and information systems to support Executive needs. Partnership Development : Assist in managing a high-level partnership and relational contact database for the Executive. Budget Monitoring : Collaborate with Professional Services staff to monitor budgets and provide financial and statistical reports for the Executive. Meeting Administration : Act as clerk for Executive team meetings, including setting agendas, distributing papers, and following up on action points. External Relations : Support the development and maintenance of links with educational institutions and industry, both nationally and internationally. Hospitality and Visitor Management : Welcome and host a range of visitors, arranging hospitality as needed. Technology Utilisation : Leverage information and communication technologies to enhance organisational effectiveness. General Duties : Perform other duties as required, collaborating with colleagues to achieve organisational goals.

Secretariat Manager - Executive Assistant

Compliance Officer - Degree Apprenticeships Permanent / Full-Time 29,000 - 35,000 per annum Birmingham - 1x onsite per week Burman are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Officer to join our public sector organisation in Birmingham. This crucial role within the University's Apprentice Compliance Team and will focus on ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards, particularly in the area of degree apprenticeships. As a Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and ensuring adherence to all relevant legislation and internal policies related to degree apprenticeships. You will work closely with various departments to provide guidance, support, and training to ensure that our degree apprenticeship programs meet all compliance requirements. This role is key to maintaining the integrity and reputation of our apprenticeship offerings and ensuring that we provide high-quality education and development opportunities to our apprentices. Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all degree apprenticeship programs comply with relevant regulations, including those set by regulatory bodies, funding agencies, and the apprenticeship levy. Policy Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to degree apprenticeships, ensuring they are up-to-date and in line with current legislation. Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor compliance activities, conduct audits, and prepare reports for senior management, identifying any areas of risk and recommending corrective actions. Training and Support: Provide training and support to staff involved in the delivery of degree apprenticeships, ensuring they are aware of and adhere to compliance requirements. Quality Assurance: Work closely with quality assurance teams to ensure that degree apprenticeship programs meet high standards of delivery and assessment. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, apprenticeship providers, and employers, to ensure compliance with all external requirements. Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement within the compliance framework and work collaboratively to implement enhancements that support the delivery of high-quality degree apprenticeships.

Compliance Officer

Human Resources Business Partner Birmingham, hybrid Permanent / Full-Time 40,000 to 50,000 Reports to: Senior HR Business Partner The Role Burman are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our public sector organisation based in Birmingham. This is a pivotal role within their Human Resources &amp; Organisational Development team, where you will work closely with senior leadership and various departments to drive strategic HR initiatives that align with our organisational goals. As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will be responsible for providing expert HR advice and support, ensuring that HR practices are integrated into the business and that all HR strategies, policies, and processes support our mission of delivering outstanding public services. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organisation by enhancing employee engagement, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Support: Partner with senior management to understand business needs and provide HR solutions that align with organisational objectives. Employee Relations: Manage complex employee relations issues, providing advice and support to managers and employees, and ensuring compliance with employment law and best practices. Talent Management: Support the implementation of talent management strategies, including succession planning, workforce planning, and career development initiatives. Change Management: Lead and support change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to the workforce. Performance Management: Guide managers through the performance management process, including appraisals, feedback, and development plans. Policy Implementation: Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the organisation and are aligned with public sector standards. Diversity and Inclusion: Promote and embed diversity and inclusion within all HR practices and throughout the organisation. HR Projects: Lead and contribute to HR projects that drive organisational improvement and enhance employee experience.