Policy and Compliance Lead

Human Resources

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, proactive individual with excellent communication skills to join the HR Partnering and Policy team as a HR Policy and Compliance Lead.

It’s a great time to be joining the HR function as we work towards the University’s emerging 2030 strategy and delivering the associated People Strategy.    

This role would be to overhaul the policies and procedures, providing a comprehensive and professional suite of policies and procedures that ensure compliance but are also streamlined, accompanied by manager support , reflective of best practice and non-bureaucratic to allow us to move forward the Aston 2030 agenda. 

With strong communication, influencing and problem-solving skills, the successful applicant should be CIPD Level 7 qualified and Associate Member, or with equivalent experience, and have substantial experience in HR policy creation, revision and interpretation, ideally within a unionised environment. 

What we offer:

 Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.

The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.

Excellent training and development opportunities.

 A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.

 Great family-friendly policies.

 On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available

 Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

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