HROD Consultant

Full-time role, Flexible Working Pattern

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with a vibrant London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The team

We are a small, friendly HROD team, working together to deliver an effective and efficient service to our customers across the breadth of HROD operations, in line with the University’s People and Culture Action Plan. HROD colleagues work collaboratively and proactively with each other so that the collective service offer is recognised as being empowering, innovative and value for money; known for delivery, efficiency and instrumental in the achievement of University objectives.
We are looking for a new colleague to join our HROD team on a fixed term basis, due to temporary funding made available to support some exciting projects linked to our People and Culture Action Plan development.

The role

We are looking for an experienced HROD Consultant to provide temporary cover within the team. You will be required to play a lead and expert role in supporting the HROD service in ensuring the provision of a professional and expert HR advice to the University. You will work in partnership with customers and other stakeholders to understand their business challenges, goals and people requirements in order to deliver an effective, innovative and pragmatic solutions to these requirements. In conjunction with the wider HROD team, you will provide professional advice, guidance, coaching and support in the application of the University’s HROD policies and procedures, as well supporting organisational development programmes and leading on the University’s Staff Wellbeing Strategy and plan.

Required Skills and Experience

You will have proven successful experience of working in a HR service, providing professional, impactful expert advice and support to managers. You will have a strong knowledge of current UK employment legislation and relevant case law, with a track record of application and significant experience of complex case management at both formal and informal stages. You will be skilled in working in partnership with representative bodies and trade unions. You will be CIPD qualified to level 7.

Further information

For informal enquiries relating to the above two roles please contact Jo Thompson, Head of Human Resources at j.thompson@yorksj.ac.uk or Penny Foster, Head of Learning and Organiational Development p.foster@yorksj.ac.uk.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Flexible, hybrid working is available with some presence on our beautiful city centre York campus as determined by business need.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

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