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Strategic People Partner - Interim

University of Warwick - Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG)

Location: Coventry, Hybrid
Salary: £57,422 to £66,537 pro rata
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 19th June 2025
Closes: 2nd July 2025
Job Ref: 920536

Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.

*QS World University Rankings 2024 ** Research Excellence Framework 2021.

The University of Warwick aligned with Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is seeking an experienced Strategic People Partner to join our dynamic team. This key role works in close partnership with senior leadership teams across the University to identify, design, and deliver strategic people interventions that support the University’s overarching People Strategy. As a trusted advisor, you will be at the heart of shaping and driving initiatives that align with business area objectives and contribute to the University’s broader strategic goals.

You will be an integral member of a leadership team within a specific faculty or professional services group, where you’ll lead complex people-related programmes, providing expert guidance on organisational change and employee lifecycle management. By taking a data-driven approach, you’ll identify key people trends, develop impactful solutions, and actively promote the University’s values and culture. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across the University, building strong relationships and driving meaningful change at an organisation level.

About You  

The successful candidate will be an experienced and strategic people leader, with a proven track record in developing and delivering people initiatives that support organisational change and business objectives. You’ll bring a deep understanding of people dynamics and the ability to leverage data and insights to drive effective solutions. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is comfortable working with senior leaders to influence and challenge constructively.

You will have exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, allowing you to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes with confidence and ease. As a natural leader, you’ll guide and inspire teams, ensuring high performance and development within your people partner team. Your ability to anticipate challenges, mitigate risks, and manage complex people-related issues will be key to your success. Above all, you will be passionate about aligning people strategy with organisational culture and committed to promoting change that enhances the University’s vision and values.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please click here.

Benefits

  • 30 days of paid annual leave, four shut down days at Christmas, and eight bank holidays
  • A competitive pension scheme
  • Staff training
  • Free eye care vouchers
  • Preferred rates for a dental plan
  • Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick Sport Membership
  • Enrolment onto the Employee Assistance Programme, a complete support network that offers expert advice and guidance 24/7

Closing date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Please note the role is a 3 month FTC with possibility of extension

How to apply

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