ACADEMY HR CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES We believe in developing people to grow your business
HR Professionals are used to offering guidance and support to people within their organisation, but when it comes to their own career options they often hit a blind spot. This is where we come in. As experienced HR Practitioners ourselves we are ideally placed to provide objective advice if you are trying to find the right way forward.
We take time to understand your aspirations –permanent, interim or consultancy and are always available to talk if you are considering your career options.
For information on any of the opportunities listed below or if you would like to discuss your career options, please call on 01179 147707 or email
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Current Job Vacancies Click on title to read full description
Location: Various Salary: £neg Job Description:There has been a rapid rise in the need for Interim HR Professionals, who can be used for project work within specific HR disciplines or as short-term cover for existing staff.Academy HR are are one of the leading providers of flexible HR resource in the UK and work with major organisations in both the public and private sectors- some of whom are featured in our"Success Stories" section
We are always interested in hearing from experienced Interims who are seeking new opportunities and also from permanent HR staff seeking advice on Interim possibilities.
Opportunities exist across both generalist and specialist skillsets.
email, call or visit us to discuss your preferences.
Location: Gloucestershire Salary: to £25k Job Description:This established Manufacturing Company is part of an Internationally renowned organisation . It has an established HR team and is now seeking an enthusiastic HR Officer to operate from their Gloucestershire location.
This recruitment is part of a planned expansion and is a key role within the growing business.
Initially you will be involved in a wide range of generalist activities including training, recruitment , performance management and employee relations. There is ample opportunity to develop your experience and responsibilities very quickly and you will receive expert guidance and support.
You will be keen to develop a career in HR and will already have some experiences gained either in a practical environment or through academic study .You may have already commenced the CIPD programme, if not you will be encouraged to do so.
This is a genuinely rare opportunity for a self starting determined individual to develop their profeesionalHR skills
Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £50k+ Job Description:This global organisations high tech engineering products are leading edge in every sense .The company culture reflects the business plan which places people issues at the centre of their agenda to create a climate of creativity, trust and respect where individuals are able to perform to their optimum capability.
The role of Recruitment Manager is, therefore, key to the continued growth and development of the business. You will be involved in a wide range of recruitment orientated activities including diversity policy development and delivery, selection process design and delivery, attraction strategies and third party management.
Required previous experiences will include significant recruitment exposures gained ideally within high tech or engineering environments. This could have a strong “agency orientation,” however you would need to demonstrate both strategic planning ability and up to date knowledge of relevant employment legislation
The role is offered on an initial 12-month contract basis as it is expected that it will be redefined and take on a wider remit. It could therefore be of interest to HR professionals who are looking to develop a longer-term career within the broader talent management arena.
Location: Cornwall Salary: £30k+ Job Description:An opportunity in the” Not for Profit Sector” for an HR generalist who wants to make a real impact on an organisation’s culture, performance and development and play a major role in developing a regional HR service
This charitable organisation provides a range of services to people with learning disabilities. It employs around 1,700 permanent and casual staff at >100 locations in the South West. A proportion of the growth has been achieved through taking on existing services from the public sector
This is an important customer service role in an HR team dedicated to providing a quality HR service to managers and staff. The customer base will be in the Gloucester area; it’s a generalist hands-on role so you’ll be business partner, change agent, employee relations facilitator and administrative expert rolled into one. With lots of direct contact with your customers, face-to-face, by telephone, and in writing, you’ll need to earn the respect of all staff by demonstrating an understanding of the business and people issues facing them and your ability to help them find solutions, using your professional knowledge, problem-solving skills and creativity.
To succeed in this job you will have a good understanding of what makes the difference in delivering quality customer services, with well-developed interpersonal, influencing, negotiation and problem-solving skills. With a very varied workload you will also need to be well organised and administratively effective.
CIPD fully or part qualified, you are likely to have 4 years plus experiences of dealing effectively with people issues, including; employee relations, performance management, absenteeism/sickness, disciplinaries and recruitment. A clear understanding of employment legislation and how practical policies, procedures and practices need to align with it are essential.
Location: Salary: £40k+ Job Description:This “household name” organisation has an ongoing commitment to identifying and developing its managers of the future, recognising that well trained and motivated people, especially in a service-driven environment, are key to retaining and growing their business.
A new opportunity has arisen for a Management Development Manager to achieve a consistent and cohesive service in the development of Supervisory and Manager communities.
Key Accountabilities will include:
· Undertaking a diagnosis of individual, team and organisational development needs using relevant tools and methods
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· Matching Development Activities to Identified Needs.
· Delivering Learning and Development Activities.
You’ll have a significant record of devising and implementing successful L&D initiatives and activities for Operations teams (such as for service or call centres) and of working with operational managers in demanding, blue chip, and competitive commercial environments. Your main focus will have been on business skills development and it’s likely that you will be well versed in TNA, as well as the selection and use of learning products / programmes and content development.
Whilst it would be useful to be accessible to HQ in Worcestershire, it is not essential, as the main focus of the activities will cover a wide geographical area. However, a willingness to travel and stay away (not excessively) is required.
Location: London Salary: to £60k Job Description:This organisation is a world-leading supplier of value-added product solutions to leading global Telecommunications Companies. They require a senior HR Generalist ,on either a permanent or interim basis, to deliver a proactive customer focussed service to a key operating function based near Charing Cross in Central London. You will provide generalist HR support and advice to UK management and employees on all employment related issues, developing and delivering an HR service that is both in line with best practice and also sensitive to the commercial needs of the business. The role is wide-ranging. You will provide support and advice in all areas of HR including Compensation & Benefits, Recruitment and Selection,Employee Relations, HR processess and Payroll, Training and Development. Desirable skills and experience include ·CIPD Qualified ·Ideally Level B+ qualified ·Excellent organisational skills ·EMEA and management experience a plus ·Excellent written and oral communication skills ·HR generalist experience, covering the above areas including payroll ·Good working knowledge of employment law, including company mergers/acquisitions, harmonisation of terms and conditions in TUPE ·Thorough knowledge of HR policies and procedures ·Must be highly literate and numerate ·Strong interpersonal skills ·Excellent IT and HRIS skills ·Ability to operate in a changing environment.
Location: South West Salary: £50k Job Description:This is a 12 month maternity cover contract working for a prestigious major employer in the Bristol area. As a senior member of the HR team you will have a wide-ranging and influential role, working in partnership with Senior Managers to support the development and delivery of business strategy. At a strategic level you will define departmental needs and develop contracts that sets out HR delivery/ interventions to support the achievement of business goals, with agreed service levels. As a senior HR team member you’ll contribute to coordinating integrated, practical and prioritised HR plans which meet current and future needs across the business. At a day to day level you’ll be involved in identifying and developing leadership capability and potential, oversee succession planning and associated recruitment activities, Champion best practice people management, act as a the focal point of HR Excellence and provide high quality advice and guidance on people issues. It’s likely that you will have not less than 6 years experience of operating at a senior level within a large organisation. This will be supported by excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, an ability to make an immediate and positive impact and robust judgement in complex situations.
Location: Devon Salary: £28k Job Description:Develop your career in a forward thinking and fast moving support and construction Services Company. This organisation employs over 3,000 employees and works in the highways, rail, utilities and general infrastructure markets where it enjoys longstanding client relationships. An ambitious HR adviser is required to work within an established HR team. The role is broad based and you will be working in a number of different areas that include career and succession planning, pay and reward, performance management, recruitment and selection and employee relations. Either CIPD qualified or working towards, you will be looking to take a step forward in your career. The role calls for initiative, drive, influencing and communication skills and resilience. The organisation will provide you with many personal development opportunities
Location: UK Salary: to£60k Job Description:A major international financial services organisation is seeking an Interim Recruitment manager to oversee a volume recruitment project across multiple UK locations.
This is a project of key strategic importance and you will manage and co-ordinate resources to ensure that the business meets all its recruitment objectives.
A combination of Recruitment/ HR and Project Management experiences are required for this opportunity. Specifically you should have experience of managing high volume recruitment projects within a large corporate organisation. The role demands proven project and man management expertise as you will be responsible for co-ordinating your team’s activities. You will also need to be both a strategic thinker and a deliverer.
This Interim opportunity is initially for six months although there are possibilities beyond this.
Location: South West Salary: c£28,000 Job Description:Developing and Delivering the HR Agenda for a new business services organisation.
This business is a joint venture between two leading Global organisations both renown for their pedigree and expertise. They are joining together to create a new business that will provide training solutions and initiatives for MOD applications.
The role of HR Adviser is a key enabler in the venture as it seeks to create an effective people infrastructure. This is a “generalist ” role, however, a clear understanding of HRM principles and how practical policies, procedures and practices enhance organisational effectiveness are seen as initial keys for success and your immediate priority will be to help to establish these.
This is a “Greenfield” opportunity, however, a head of HR, who will provide day-to-day support, whilst allowing you the opportunity to make your own mark, will support you.
Interested applicants should be able to demonstrate some or all of the following experience and qualities,
· C18mths+ of generalist HR experience within a fast-moving environment
· Fully or Partly CIPD qualified
· Focussed and Capable of working from own initiative
· An interest in and experience of policy development.
· Looking for an opportunity to assume responsibility
This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious officer/advisor to accelerate their career development. The role will be based in Bristol
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Location: Berkshire Salary: £4-500 per day Job Description:An Interim opportunity with a market leading telecoms and technology business.
This organisation is one of the best-known names in the UK and enjoys an international reputation for the capability of its products, processes and people.
Operating divisions are partnered by dynamic HR teams to ensure that the people plan continues to enhance its standing.
An experienced Interim HR Business Partner is required to work with a group of circa 600 engineers and technicians. This is a genuine Business partnering opportunity where you will instigate and deliver change programmes as well as strategically manage complex HR issues .You will work closely with senior management, ensuring sound communication and effective implementation.
Your previous experiences and abilities should be wide ranging and include,
· Generalist abilities gained in a large fast moving commercial environment
· Proven Project Management skills
· Excellent communication skills
. Management of complex ER issues.
· Experience of working in a unionised environment
· Confidence energy and intellect
· A consultative approach
Location: Swindon Salary: to£50k Job Description:An Interim opportunity with a market leading telecoms and technology business.
This organisation is one of the best-known names in the UK and enjoys an international reputation for the capability of its products, processes and people.
Operating divisions are partnered by dynamic HR teams to ensure that the people plan continues to enhance its standing.
An experienced Interim HR Business Partner is required to work with a group of circa 600 engineers and technicians. This is a genuine Business partnering opportunity where you will instigate and deliver change programmes as well as strategically manage complex HR issues .You will work closely with senior management, ensuring sound communication and effective implementation.
Your previous experiences and abilities should be wide ranging and include,
· Generalist abilities gained in a large fast moving commercial environment
· Proven Project Management skills
· Excellent communication skills
. Management of complex ER issues.
· Experience of working in a unionised environment
· Confidence energy and intellect
· A consultative approach
Location: Bucks Salary: £4-500 per day Job Description:International policy development for a leading public sector organisation.
This organisation is instantly recognisable and is currently expanding its overseas operations where it enjoys a growing reputation, influence and workforce.
In order to ensure the optimum well being of its overseas staff, it is seeking to provide a compliant and efficient HR service to its employees and associates focussing on best practice and has identified the need for additional support
This role has strategic and operational dimensions and demands knowledge and experience of international (particularly European) employment law and policy development. In addition proven project management, excellent communication and creative problem solving skills will be required alongside confidence, energy and intellect.
It is likely that you are an experienced senior manager with demonstrable international HR exposures.
The opportunity is predominantly UK based although some overseas travel maybe involved. Engagement is flexible, either on an interim/project or call off basis and you can be home based, although prepared to attend regular meetings in Buckinghamshire.
Duration:3-6 months Ref no.: 2211
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