Senior People Advisor
Posted 5 hours 3 minutes ago by Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)
£35,577 - £40,993 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Description
Directorate
People
Business Area
Human Resources
Location
Glasgow or Dalkeith
Salary range
£35,577 - £40,993
Type of Contract
Permanent Contract
Part Time/Full Time
Full Time/'Happy to talk flexible working'
Workstyle
Hybrid
Actual Hours
35
Closing Date
22/07/2025
Ref No
6621
Job Description
The Scottish Qualifications Authority is Scotland's national awarding and accreditation body. We are trusted to oversee thousands of qualifications that are available in schools, colleges and workplaces, not just in this country, but around the world.
We are looking for a Senior People Advisor to work within the People Directorate, in our HR Team, to ensure our culture and values support the engagement and wellbeing of our staff and foster their commitment to the success of SQA.
The successful candidate will deliver professional Human Resource Management (HRM), advice and guidance to managers and staff throughout the organisation. They will be required to lead, manage and support a range of employee relations situations, employee lifecycle activities, recruitment, HR transactions and administration, projects and HR initiatives, through to completion, in support of the delivery of strategy, operational plan and excellent customer service.
In order to do this, you must be able to demonstrate experience of the following:
Working in a front-facing HR advisory role, ideally within a multi-disciplinary environment. You'll have a strong track record of effectively managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases
An extensive understanding and practical application of employment law and ACAS best practice
The ability to confidently facilitate difficult conversations, influence stakeholders, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and relationship management skills
Adept at working independently, demonstrating resilience under pressure, and consistently meeting strict and often conflicting deadlines
Managing and navigating change initiatives, including restructures
Leading on HR policy development
Applicants, as a minimum, should be educated to SCQF Level 9 (Degree/ SVQ 4). You should also be CIPD qualified at Level 5 or possess an equivalent professional HR qualification or be actively working towards one.
This is a permanent post. This post can be based in Lowden or Optima, however regular travel between sites will be required.
If you think you've got the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in this exciting opportunity, visit for more information and complete an application form.
SQA welcomes applications from every section of the community. SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan and is committed to its purpose.
Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn a' creidsinn gu h-àrachdach agus na h-amasan a tha air cur a-mach sa Phlana Nàiseanta don Ghàidhlig.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled and who meets the competency requirements for the post.
People
Business Area
Human Resources
Location
Glasgow or Dalkeith
Salary range
£35,577 - £40,993
Type of Contract
Permanent Contract
Part Time/Full Time
Full Time/'Happy to talk flexible working'
Workstyle
Hybrid
Actual Hours
35
Closing Date
22/07/2025
Ref No
6621
Job Description
The Scottish Qualifications Authority is Scotland's national awarding and accreditation body. We are trusted to oversee thousands of qualifications that are available in schools, colleges and workplaces, not just in this country, but around the world.
We are looking for a Senior People Advisor to work within the People Directorate, in our HR Team, to ensure our culture and values support the engagement and wellbeing of our staff and foster their commitment to the success of SQA.
The successful candidate will deliver professional Human Resource Management (HRM), advice and guidance to managers and staff throughout the organisation. They will be required to lead, manage and support a range of employee relations situations, employee lifecycle activities, recruitment, HR transactions and administration, projects and HR initiatives, through to completion, in support of the delivery of strategy, operational plan and excellent customer service.
In order to do this, you must be able to demonstrate experience of the following:
Working in a front-facing HR advisory role, ideally within a multi-disciplinary environment. You'll have a strong track record of effectively managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases
An extensive understanding and practical application of employment law and ACAS best practice
The ability to confidently facilitate difficult conversations, influence stakeholders, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and relationship management skills
Adept at working independently, demonstrating resilience under pressure, and consistently meeting strict and often conflicting deadlines
Managing and navigating change initiatives, including restructures
Leading on HR policy development
Applicants, as a minimum, should be educated to SCQF Level 9 (Degree/ SVQ 4). You should also be CIPD qualified at Level 5 or possess an equivalent professional HR qualification or be actively working towards one.
This is a permanent post. This post can be based in Lowden or Optima, however regular travel between sites will be required.
If you think you've got the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in this exciting opportunity, visit for more information and complete an application form.
SQA welcomes applications from every section of the community. SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan and is committed to its purpose.
Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn a' creidsinn gu h-àrachdach agus na h-amasan a tha air cur a-mach sa Phlana Nàiseanta don Ghàidhlig.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled and who meets the competency requirements for the post.