We are seeking an experienced HR or Reward professional to support a key higher education institution in modernising its academic pay structures and workforce planning.

Client Details

The client is a Higher Education provider in the West Midlands

Description

Lead on evidence-based academic workforce planning within Higher Education.

Support the modernisation of pay frameworks, ensuring alignment with career progression opportunities.

Implement effective performance management processes.

Review and enhance academic progression, development, and terms & conditions.

Manage academic promotion processes and support contract implementation.

Develop and refine policy and process frameworks to drive institutional improvements.

Profile

Proven experience in academic workforce planning within a Higher Education setting.

Demonstrated expertise in modernising pay frameworks linked to career progression.

Strong understanding of academic performance management, promotions, and contract implementation.

Ability to start within 2-4 weeks.

Job Offer

Competitive contract rate based on experience.

Hybrid working model - flexible on-site requirements based on contract type (full-time or part-time).

Opportunity to lead impactful change within a Higher Education institution.

Work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment focused on modernisation and progression.

Gain valuable experience in strategic workforce planning and pay framework reform