Interim People Manager - 6 months

Interim People Manager - Fixed Term Contract for six months

Our higher education institution client is currently seeking an Interim People Manager with a focus on employee relations, to cover a period of secondment and busy summer period, for six months on a fixed-term basis. 

Location: Office near Oxford (1 day/week on-site)
Duration: 6 months, with potential for extension
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Benefits: 38 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, opportunities for professional development and training, a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead for all employee relations matters within your assigned client area.
• Resolve complex employee relations issues through effective conflict resolution, grievance, and disciplinary procedures.
• Design and implement employee relations strategies in line with our goals.
• Advise on HR policies and ensure their fair and consistent enforcement.
• Promote a positive work environment and high employee engagement.
• Deliver training on employee relations and compliance.

Requirements:

• Experience in managing employee relations is essential.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR practices.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Higher education experience is preferred but not essential.

Our client provides a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a leading institution. 

We are seeking candidates who can begin an assignment at shorter notice, unfortunately, we cannot consider candidates with a notice period that is longer than 2-3 weeks. 

Please apply today if you could be interested in this wonderful opportunity.