Senior HR Manager

RenDit; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Solihull is seeking an HR Manager to provide strategic HR support and manage complex employee relations. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in employee relations and HR analytics, with a minimum qualification of CIPD Level 5. This is a full-time role offering a salary between £42,000 and £46,000 with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience with HR data reporting and analysis.
• In–depth knowledge of employment law and HR practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex ER cases, including disciplinary and grievance.
• Ensure effective support from outsourced HR provider.
• Lead on statutory and internal reporting related to HR metrics.

Skills

Managing complex ER casework

HR data reporting and analysis

Employment law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

My client based in Solihull is currently recruiting for an HR Manager on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Executive HR Director, the ideal candidate will have experience from a Trust or Education setting. CIPD Level 5 or above is required.

• Start date – January 2026
• Hybrid – two days from home, three days in the office
• Salary – £42,000 – £46,000, depending on experience

Role Purpose

The Trust HR Manager will act as the strategic deputy to the Executive HR Director, delivering high-quality HR services across the Trust. The role leads on complex employee relations, workforce planning, HR analytics, and organisational change. The postholder will drive HR excellence, ensure legal compliance and promote a positive, inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Casework

• Manage complex ER cases: disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence
• Liaise with outsourced HR provider to ensure effective casework support
• Facilitate fortnightly case review meetings
• Monitor HRIS case logs and maintain internal casework tracker
• Assess and act on reports from reporting systems
• Escalate complex/sensitive cases to HR Director as required
• Provide expert employment law and HR best‑practice guidance
• Ensure consistent application of Trust policies
• Represent the Trust at hearings and, where required, tribunals
• Lead statutory and internal reporting: Gender Pay Gap, Apprenticeship Levy, EDI metrics
• Analyse trends in absence, turnover, engagement
• Provide insight to inform workforce planning and HR strategy
• Collaborate with Payroll and Finance on contractual changes and case outcomes
• Maintain HR systems and ensure data integrity
• Build strong relationships with school leaders, unions and external partners
• Promote continuous improvement and development
• Deputise for the Executive HR Director as required

Essential

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• Strong experience managing complex ER casework
• Experience with HR data reporting and analysis
• In‑depth knowledge of employment law, HR practice, and safeguarding
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills

Personal Qualities

• Professional, discreet, emotionally intelligent
• Resilient and calm under pressure
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership style
• Strategic mindset with a hands‑on approach

If you have the skills and experience listed above please send your CV to or call 07896811228.