Head of People Relations & Policy

In line with our Vision and Strategy, Newcastle University is committed to placing people at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster a working environment where our colleagues can flourish, underpinned by our guiding principles of working together, visibly leading, enabling freedom and opportunity to succeed, and responding to current and future challenges.

We are seeking to appoint a Head of People Relations and Policy, a critically important leadership role responsible for shaping aspirational, forward-thinking, and inclusive people policies and practices that attract, develop, reward, and retain a highly motivated and diverse workforce.

As the strategic lead for People Relations and Policy, you will be instrumental in developing and enabling our employment framework that supports the University’s ambitions. You will lead on the creation and implementation of people-centred policies, build constructive relationships with our recognised trade unions, and provide senior-level expertise and guidance across all aspects of employee relations and policy development.

For a confidential conversation please reach out to Jackie Scott Jacqueline.scott@newcastle.ac.uk.

Assessments & Interviews will be held on 10 & 11 December 2025.

Internal colleagues interested in the role should apply through the internal application system.

External applicants - to find out more about this exciting opportunity, and to apply, please contact our retained Search Partners Sullivan Brown HR Recruitment. Melanie Bolton at Sullivan Brown HR Recruitment melanie@sullivanbrown.co.uk.

Advert information