Engineering

Overview

We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our team as People Services Manager. The role will work closely with the Performance and business systems Manger to successfully deliver Faculty level HR operations processes, in line with university standards and policies.

The position is based within the Faculty of Engineering and supports over 800 members of staff, in multiple locations across our campus’.

The Role

This newly created role will be responsible for:

• Management and development our faculty HR operations team, overseeing the provision of an exemplary service
• Management and resourcing of key faculty processes in line with University HR policies
• Supporting managers and staff to access the HR policies, processes and services relevant to their needs
• Support managers and staff with faculty HR operations processes, escalating to University HR teams as appropriate
• Building effective working relationships across the faculty and university to support success
• Reviewing and adjusting processes, procedures and ways of working to improve efficiency and service levels.

Your Experience

We welcome applications from individuals who have excellent interpersonal skills and a positive and proactive approach. A working knowledge and relevant experience of HR policies and processes would also be beneficial.

Skills and Approach

The role would suit individuals who:

• Thrive in a busy environment
• Are exceptionally organised
• Are proactive to problem solving
• Possess strong verbal communication skill
• High degree of personal initiative, responsibility and self-motivation
• Work best as part of a team
• Enjoy working with a diverse and range of people and teams.

Hours

This post is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week), permanent contract. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Benefits

As an employee at the University of Nottingham you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:

Financial

• Annual leave – 30 days per annum, plus up to 5 University closure days and bank holidays (up to 38 days total). Pro–rata for part time staff.
• Annual salary review
• Attractive pension scheme - 9.8% employee contribution and 21.6% employer contribution. https://www.uss.co.uk/
• Performance-related financial rewards -throughout the year through the Nottingham Reward Scheme
• Access to benefits:
  • Eligible for an NUS TOTUM card
  • Staff discounts at over 130,000 retailers and entertainment venues, including discounted car finance
  • Travel schemes, including cycle to work and discounted travel

Wellbeing and Development

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities
• Free on-site counselling services
• Access to fitness and health facilities
• Discounted private medical insurance

For more information on the benefits of working with us please visit: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/benefits-and-facilities/your-benefits.aspx.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Elizabeth Simpson or email ELIZABETH.SIMPSON@NOTTINGHAM.AC.UK. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.