My client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior HR Business Partner to join their team on a 6-month contract. This role primarily involves managing complex employee relations (ER) cases within Children's Services and Education, including schools. You will be part of a fast-paced environment, supported by a welcoming and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities: Employee Relations Case Work: Handle complex ER cases, predominantly within Children's Services and Education. Employment Law Knowledge: Provide up-to-date HR advice to staff and managers. Ad Hoc HR Duties: Provide support within a HR Business Partner capacity, for various HR tasks/projects as required. As HR Business Partner, you will work autonomously, managing your own workload/diary. You will attend the office as required to meet service needs, with occasional travel to sites, with regular team office days every other Tuesday. Requirements: Proven experience operating in a senior capacity in a HR function, managing complex ER cases to a high standard. Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels. The ability to adapt to a hybrid working model, with office attendance based on service requirements and casework needs. Up-to-date Employment Law Knowledge. Background: Local Authority (Desirable). If you are a proactive HR professional with a strong background in employee relations and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us directly. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are interested in looking at an alternative position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding other options. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk