Job Description

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts is recognised as a world leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training within the performing arts and creative economies. We enjoy an international and national reputation for the quality of our teaching, our world class facilities and an enviable track record of graduate employment and alumni successes.



We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive HR professional to join our HR and Payroll team as a part-time HR Officer on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic role for an HR generalist looking to make a real impact by delivering a comprehensive, efficient and people-focused service across all aspects of the employee lifecycle.



Reporting to the Head of HR, Culture and Transformation you will provide professional advice and guidance across a range of HR and payroll matters. You'll also play a pivotal role as we implement a new integrated HR and Payroll system. Other tasks include:

Employee Lifecycle Management:

Support end-to-end recruitment processes, from job postings to offer stage. Coordinate onboarding, including contract preparation, system setup, payroll handover, and induction processes. Support initiatives around employee recognition, wellbeing, benefits, and engagement. Manage offboarding processes including exit interviews, final payroll coordination, and IT/equipment returns.

Employee Relations:

Support employee relations including absence management, performance, disciplinary, grievance, and contractual matters. Act as a trusted point of contact for employee concerns and contribute to HR initiatives.

HR Analytics & Compliance:

Analyse workforce data to identify trends and drive data-informed decisions. Ensure processes meet audit requirements and reflect industry best practice. Maintain accurate HR records and reporting in line with GDPR and internal standards.

What we're looking for:

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Working towards or already hold CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent). Proven experience in a generalist HR role. Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint). Demonstrated experience in recruitment, onboarding, and workforce data analysis. Experience of payroll /pensions systems (advantageous but not essential as training will be given).

Personal Attributes:

Passionate about delivering high-quality service and continuous improvement. Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Good attention to detail and capable of working under pressure. Team player with a proactive, hands-on approach.

This is an office-based role (with some hybrid working available), and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Hours of work will be spread over 3-4 days. The role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.



In return, we offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, pension, generous holiday entitlements, and complimentary tickets to our inhouse productions.

Closing date for applications: Friday 2

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May 2025 at 1:00PM

CV's will not be accepted.



Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on recruit@lipa.ac.uk or 0151 330 3091

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Please send your completed application form to recruit@lipa.ac.uk

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunity's employer, LIPA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.



As part of our Strategic Plan for 2023-2026 we are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans-gender.



Appointments will always be made on merit.

LIPA - a registered charity No. 1001565.