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Your new companyJoin a purpose-driven public sector organisation with an inspiring people strategy! Norwich University of the Arts are one of the Great British art schools: a specialist creative arts university with an award-winning campus that draws on 175 years of history. The University is a vibrant community that forms the beating heart of the city and the region's arts and cultural worlds. They celebrate diversity and believe it to be at the core of any creative endeavour.Part of the management team, the Head of People Policy will explore new legislative developments, trends, and emerging industry best practices, while building strong relationships with university colleagues to champion the University's position as a leading creative arts education employer in the UK.Your new roleIn this role, you will work closely with the Director of Human Resources to develop and implement people policies, collective employee relations, and reward agendas. You will lead the delivery of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) agenda, manage a portfolio of HR projects, and contribute to the leadership of the HR function.
Key responsibilities include coaching and supporting managers, creating and delivering training, and ensuring policies align with technological advancements. You will also play a crucial role in horizon-scanning for developments in employment law and HR practices, and help advance the organisational development strategy.
What you'll need to succeedThe ideal candidate will be degree-educated and CIPD Level 7 qualified or have equivalent experience. You should have demonstrable generalist HR experience in a complex organisation and be knowledgeable in HR principles and practices, employment legislation, and EDI. Your experience will include developing and implementing effective HR policies and procedures, delivering impactful training and development programs, employee relations and change management, and overseeing projects.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to produce high-quality documentation and presentations, strong data analysis skills, and impeccable attention to detail will help you thrive.
What you'll get in returnThis ambitious organisation is dedicated to professional growth and development. They offer a supportive environment to help you achieve your career goals and expand your experience.
The benefits package includes a generous pension (24.4% employer contribution), 39 days of annual leave (including Christmas closure and bank holidays). This position is a 0.8 FTE (full-time equivalent) contract with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Please contact Louisa London, Senior HR at Hays for a confidential discussion -
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