People Partner

People Partner

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £39,000 £50,440 per annum

At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, and filmmaking. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the Role

As a People Partner, you ll be a trusted advisor and ambassador for the People team, building strong relationships across BIMM and helping to shape a positive, inclusive workplace culture. You ll work closely with leaders and colleagues to align priorities, provide expert support on People matters, and represent the function in key forums.

What You'll Do:

• Strategic Partnering: Build strong relationships with senior leaders and managers, collaborating to align operational priorities with the People agenda. Take a solutions-focused approach to managing conflicts and challenges, ensuring a harmonious work environment.
• Collaborative Approach: Work closely with the Recruitment Manager, Learning and Development Manager, and Head of People Operations to ensure alignment between People activities. Implement developments to policies, procedures, and initiatives as appropriate.
• Employee Support: Serve as a trusted point of contact for staff on all People matters, providing accurate and timely generalist support for day-to-day issues. Handle complex employee relations matters with professionalism and sensitivity.
• Data Management: Own the People data for your allocated area of responsibility, ensuring data quality and GDPR compliance. Utilise data and management information to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities, driving informed decision-making.
• Representing the People Function: Act as a representative of the People function in all interactions, including leadership meetings, working groups, and other forums. Contribute towards the ongoing development of the People function by delivering developed KPIs and objectives.

What You'll Bring:

• Level 5 qualification in Human Resources or possess equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in a People Partner role, with a track record of success.
• Personable and approachable, with strong communication skills including negotiation, persuasion, and de-escalation.
• Experience implementing developments to policies, processes, and ways of working.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law, current trends, and best practices.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage a demanding and varied workload.
• Proficient with Microsoft products and HR Systems.

Although based at our Birmingham Campus, you would also have allocated People Partnering responsibilities in Bristol so regular travel is required.

We encourage you to apply early, as the role may close before the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

Why BIMM University

We are a values-led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:

Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.

We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

How To Apply

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