Director, HR Partnering

About the role

The Director, HR Partnering will shape the future of human resources at a leading university. Reporting to the Chief Human Resource Officer, this senior leader will guide a team of HR Business Partners to deliver strategic HR initiatives that empower staff, strengthen culture, and support the university’s mission.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement HR strategies aligned with the university’s vision and objectives.
• Partner with the CHRO to define HR priorities and lead enterprise‑wide initiatives.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing team of HR Business Partners.
• Build strong relationships with university leadership, act as a trusted advisor, and drive employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Centre of Excellence to ensure timely recruitment of talent.
• Champion organisational excellence, job redesign and resource optimisation through transformative HR projects.
• Review and refine HR policies and procedures for Faculty and Research Schemes, recommending improvements to professional HR services.

Required profile

• Minimum 20 years of HR experience, including at least 10 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of the full HR spectrum and proven ability to lead strategic initiatives.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, coach and influence without authority.
• Strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguity and can anticipate future needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, building trust across diverse stakeholders.
• Resourceful, pragmatic and solutions‑oriented mindset.

Required skills

• Solid understanding of the Employment Act and Labour Laws.

What we offer

• Impact at scale: shape HR strategy for one of the region’s leading universities.
• Leadership opportunity: build and mentor HR Business Partner teams.
• Transformative work: drive initiatives that redefine how the university supports its people.
• Collaborative culture: work closely with senior leadership and influence key decisions.