Main duties and responsibilities
De Montfort University is a university of quality and distinctiveness, distinguished by our life-changing research, dynamic international partnerships, vibrant links with business and our commitment to excellence in learning, teaching and the student experience. We offer more than 300 courses at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate, many of which offer professional accreditations, and links to industry or work experience. DMU undergraduate and postgraduate courses receive continual input from leading employers and professional bodies and are underpinned by world-leading research. This ensures they remain relevant and up-to-date and provide students with the skills and experience employers expect from candidates in a competitive job market.
People Services Directorate
Our award-winning People Services directorate plays a vital role in shaping the future of DMU. With a rich and diverse portfolio spanning People Partnering, Policy and Employee Relations, Wellbeing, International, Pay and Reward, Operations and Support, Talent, Learning and Organisational Development, we work collaboratively across the university to deliver high-quality, people-centred services that enable our colleagues and students to thrive. At the heart of our work is a commitment to attracting, developing, retaining and supporting talented colleagues, while partnering with leaders to deliver strategic priorities, drive organisational change and create an inclusive, engaging workplace. As we continue to evolve our People function, this is an exciting time to join us and play a key role in shaping how we support the university ambitions.
Role Description
As an HR Advisor (Operational Change and Employee Relations), you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of organisational change and workforce transformation initiatives across the university. Working as part of our newly established Change and Projects team within People Services, you will provide professional HR advice and operational support across restructures, workforce reviews, service redesigns and employee relations activity. Working closely with the Assistant People Partner (Operational Change and ER Advice Lead), Senior People Partner (Change and Projects), managers and wider People Services colleagues, you will coordinate change activity, support consultation processes, prepare documentation, analyse workforce information and ensure colleagues and managers receive timely, consistent and practical guidance throughout periods of change.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an experienced HR professional with a strong understanding of employee relations and a passion for supporting effective organisational change. You will have experience of providing HR advice on matters such as restructures, contractual changes, consultation processes and workforce initiatives, with the ability to apply employment legislation, policies and best practice in a pragmatic way. You will be organised, collaborative and customer-focused, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a changing environment. With excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering a positive colleague experience, you will build trusted relationships with managers and colleagues while contributing to the successful delivery of change across the university.
To view the job description and person specification, please click here.
Interviews are to take place week commencing 27 July 2026
Contact
For more information regarding the role please contact Gemma Goodman, Senior People Partner by email on gemma.goodman@dmu.ac.uk