People Partner (0626)

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Leonie Walls (Head of People Partnering) at L.R.Walls@warwick.ac.uk.

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.
• Join the People Team at an exciting moment of transformation, where you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering a high‑quality, proactive and trusted People Partnering service across the University.
• As a People Partner, you’ll work closely with leaders at all levels, providing expert coaching, challenge and advice on a wide range of people matters.
• You’ll bring professional insight and judgement in the areas of organisational development and change, employee relations, performance, recruitment, talent development and wellbeing to help leaders create positive, inclusive and high‑performing environments.
• You’ll be aligned to a School/Faculty or Professional Services area, becoming a trusted partner who understands local challenges and opportunities.
• You’ll use data, insight and strong stakeholder relationships to shape tailored people strategies and action plans, while also contributing to institution‑wide initiatives.
• You’ll also play a key role in early‑stage employee relations, providing coaching and guidance to managers to resolve issues informally wherever possible, and working closely with the Case Management team to ensure a seamless, consistent service.
• This is a varied and influential role, offering the opportunity to shape culture, build capability and support meaningful change.
• You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the People Team to deliver a cohesive, high‑quality service.

About You

About The Department

About The University

• We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965.
• We are ranked
• 74th in the world
• and
• 9th in the UK.
• Additionally, 92% of our research is rated
• world-leading
• or
• internationally excellent
• .**
• Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
• World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026

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• To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.
• You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter.
• Within these documents, please:
• Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
• Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.
• Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).
• Interview Date: To be confirmed

• Start Date: 1st July 2026

• Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline -- you will not be able to submit an application form even if you opened it before the stated deadline.
• Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.
• You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).
• Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application.
• For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
• What we Offer
• We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
• For more information, see here.
• We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Our Commitment To Inclusion

Job Description