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HR Systems Lead (iTrent)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35,608 - £38,784 per annum pro rata
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term, Part-time (18.5 hours per week)
Closing Date: 20th of October 2026
Birmingham Newman University is seeking an experienced and motivated HR Systems Lead (iTrent) to play a key role in the next phase of our HR systems transformation programme.
This is an exciting opportunity for a HR systems specialist with strong iTrent expertise to support the implementation of our new eRecruitment solution and help maximise the value of our integrated HR Management System.
About the Role
Working within the Human Resources Department and reporting to the Deputy Director of Human Resources, you will provide specialist knowledge, input and expertise in the configuration, administration and optimisation of the University's iTrent system.
A significant focus of the role will be supporting and driving forward the implementation of key iTrent modules, including:
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The postholder will work closely with external consultants, Digital and IT Services colleagues, Finance (Payroll) colleagues and HR stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, whilst developing sustainable internal capability and embedding best practice across the University. This will include configuring, testing and optimising iTrent modules and workflows, supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), troubleshooting and resolving issues, supporting system integrations, APIs and automated business processes and reviewing and improving existing iTrent system configurations, processes and protocols.
Benefits
Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities.
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Application Details
Closing date for applications: 20th October 2026
Interviews will take place in November 2026
Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Birmingham Newman University, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
newman.ac.uk/jobs/job/hr:systems:lead:itrent:post:ref:nu7926:2/
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