Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

The Role

As a People Advisor, based at our Coventry Campus, you will play a key operational role working within the business operationalising ER frameworks and associated ER policies and procedures, providing dedicated support, coaching and guidance to Line Managers to achieve and maintain high performing teams. 

You will have ownership of a wide range of ER case management (including probationary, disciplinary, capability, grievance and absence activity).  Acting with discretion and sensitivity, you will provide support and accurate advice throughout all stages of employee relations processes, while ensuring compliance with UK and, where appropriate, international employment law.  

You will work proactively with the People Partner (and other People Advisors) and change leads throughout the full organisational change process, which will include supporting with job evaluations, working with complex spreadsheets and providing guidance and advice to managers and colleagues at each stage of the process.  

You will participate in the recruitment, induction and training of staff, as well as support the People Partner for the area in preparing for Employment Tribunals.  You will also have the opportunity to take part in projects across the People Team as needed. 

In your business areas, you will identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and people processes, understanding barriers and looking for possible solutions, conducting external research into good practice and new ideas.  You will collaborate with the People Partner, other People Advisors and Centres of Expertise to develop ideas/initiatives to ensure continuous improvement.

Our Successful Candidate

You will hold a degree in a relevant field or have demonstrable HR experience and will have or be willing to work towards a CIPD or equivalent qualification.

 
You will have proven relevant operational experience in a HR advisory role in a large, complex or matrixed organisation with strong employee relations experience and a sound working knowledge of UK employment Law. Experience of working within Higher Education or a similarly complex environment would be advantageous.

 
With a thorough understanding of core HR policies and procedures, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management, you will demonstrate the confidence and credibility to influence, engage, and deliver a first-class service to managers and stakeholders across the Group. 

Highly organised and adaptable, you will manage priorities effectively, make sound decisions, and demonstrate cultural awareness and an inclusive approach. You will build positive, professional relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences   

The Benefits

Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes:

•    Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
•    30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
•    New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
•    BUPA Cash Plan
•    50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
•    CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
•    Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Full Job Description & Person Specification

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