Associate HR Business Partner


Company:	Derby College Group
Salary:	from £36,958 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Derby, DE24 8JE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

You'll play a key role in delivering a proactive, high-quality HR service, providing expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of people matters. Supporting employee relations cases such as absence management, disciplinary, grievance, capability, bullying and harassment issues, you'll help ensure fair and consistent outcomes. You'll also contribute to organisational change projects, policy development, HR training and performance initiatives, while advising on employment legislation, terms and conditions, wellbeing and family-friendly policies. This is a varied opportunity to make a real impact while championing an inclusive and positive workplace culture.

Essential requirements

You'll be a confident and approachable HR professional with strong employee relations knowledge and a passion for delivering excellent people support. With up-to-date knowledge of HR best practice and employment legislation, you'll be comfortable managing a varied workload and building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to work independently and collaboratively, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. A positive, resilient approach, commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and a CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) are essential for success in this role.

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