Interim Senior HR Business Partner

Michael Page HRLondonreedpublisert 12.10.2026
Må ha:SeniorLeadHybrid

A higher education institution are looking for an Interim Senior HR Business Partner to join for 6-12 months, with the potential to go permanent. The role supports a client group to be a strategic partner, and lead change. The role is based in London with hybrid working.

Client Details

  • Higher Education
  • London based with hybrid working

Description

An Interim Senior HR Business Partner to:

  • Oversee a small team of HR professionals developing capability and performance
  • Be a trusted and credible partner to identify key priorities and develop solutions
  • Provide strategic expertise to your client group around change management, developing people plans, succession planning and workforce planning
  • Oversee all ER issues and support your team in developing their capability to manage high volume complex casework
  • Lead negotiations and consultations with trade unions
  • Use a strategic and holistic mindset to influence and drive change in the landscape of your client group
  • Develop strong stakeholder and trade union relationships
  • Be influential, impactful and utilise data analysis to inform decisions to drive change
  • Lead change management activity, including restructures, TUPE and harmonisation work later through the contract

Profile

An Interim Senior HR Business Partner with:

  • Previous line management experience
  • Previous strategic partner with strong ER and change management knowledge
  • Ability to influence and build strong relationships
  • Previous experience managing negotiations and disputes with trade unions
  • Previous experience supporting

Job Offer

Interim Senior HR Business Partner

  • 6-12 months initially with a potential longer term permanent role
  • Up to £73,000 per annum
  • London based with hybrid working