EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND CHANGE MANAGER

Location: Flexible across all four main campus locations, with hybrid working
Salary: £42,290 per annum (Professional Services Grade 14)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

INTERVIEW DATE: TUESDAY 22ND OR WEDNESDAY 23RD JULY 2025

Are you a seasoned HR professional ready to lead change?
Join Our Team: Employee Relations and Change Manager
Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a dynamic and experienced Employee Relations and Change Manager to join our forward-thinking HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of education through strategic HR leadership.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND CHANGE MANAGER – YOU:

We’re looking for a confident and credible HR professional with:

• Proven experience managing complex ER casework and leading HR teams.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, ideally within the education or public sector.
• A successful track record in supporting organisational change and transformation.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION:

• Level 7 CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND CHANGE MANAGER – ABOUT US

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in the region’s economy, inspiring learners and supporting employers across Wiltshire and beyond. With four main campuses—each offering unique facilities from rural estates to cutting-edge digital hubs—we’ve invested over £65 million in our estate over the past decade.

• £45 million annual turnover and growing
• 750+ staff
• 11,500+ students
• A clear 5-year People Strategy and vision for staff development

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND CHANGE MANAGER – THE ROLE:

As the Employee Relations and Change Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage a team of two HR Advisors.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations (ER) cases.
• Ensure timely, robust, and legally compliant HR interventions.
• Act as the HR lead on organisational change initiatives, including restructures, redundancies, and TUPE transfers.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR service delivery.
• Support the professional development of your team.

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in the region’s economy, inspiring learners and supporting employers across Wiltshire and beyond. With four main campuses—each offering unique facilities from rural estates to cutting-edge digital hubs—we’ve invested over £65 million in our estate over the past decade.

• £45 million annual turnover and growing
• 750+ staff
• 11,500+ students
• A clear 5-year People Strategy and vision for staff developmen