HR Consultant Partner Level 5, Standard

HR Consultant Partner Level 5 Standard

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Summary

This role could be called an HR Consultant or an HR Business Partner in different organisations. Individuals in this role will use their expertise to deliver HR solutions, either in a generalist role, or a specialist role, likely to be Resourcing, Total Reward, Organisation Development, or HR Operations. They will often be required to make recommendations on what the business can/should do in a specific situation, influencing managers to bring best practice into the organisation. They are also likely to lead the people-related elements of business.

Ideal candidates

This qualification level is designed for those with some level of HR experience who are looking to progress in HR and apply for management roles. It also suits people who have no prior HR experience, but who have previously studied at degree level.

This programme also caters to those in specialist and generalist HR functions, and allows candidates to showcase their knowledge and skills in their chosen area:

Core HR
Resourcing
Total Reward
HR Operations
Organisational Development

Qualification

The Intermediate level qualification is an RQF Level 5 qualification, equivalent to an undergraduate level of study. The HR Consultant Partner includes the mandatory Level 5 CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management and a successful candidate will become an Associate Member of the CIPD and be able to add Assoc. CIPD after their name.

Course structure

Mandatory

Unit 5CO01: Organisational performance and culture in practice
Unit 5CO02: Evidence-based practice
Unit 5CO03: Professional behaviours and valuing people
Unit 5HR01: Employment relationship management
Unit 5HR02: Talent management and workforce planning
Unit 5HR03: Reward for performance and contribution

Optional

Unit 50S01: Specialist employment law
Unit 5OS02: Advances in digital learning and development
Unit 5OS03: Learning and development essentials
Unit 5OS04: People management in an international context
Unit 5OS05: Diversity and inclusion
Unit 5OS06: Leadership and management development
Unit 5OS07: Well-being at work

Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours

HR Technical expertise

Good understanding across all HR disciplines, HR legislation and an excellent working knowledge of the organisation’s HR policies and procedures. Sound understanding of HR in their sector and any unique features. Up to date with best practice and emerging thinking – able to use this in their dealings with the business.

Business understanding

Understands what the organisation does, the external market and sector it operates in, its challenges and issues. Understands business and HR KPIs and metrics, building a clear picture of how the business is performing. Understands the impact of this on their role.

HR function

Understands the structure and responsibilities of the HR function, policies and processes, and where to source HR specialist expertise.

MI and Technology

Understands HR systems and where to find HR and management data, both internally and externally, including benchmarking. Knows how technology, including social media, is impacting the business and HR.

HR Consultancy

Develops and delivers HR solutions to the business that are appropriate to the organisational context. Influences leaders and managers to adopt appropriate solutions. Provides tailored HR services to the business as required by their role e.g. Performance Management, Resourcing, Development, Talent, Reward. Contributes to the development of relevant HR policies & procedures and/or HR initiatives.

Providing support and advice

Tailors business-centred advice on the interpretation and application of HR policies and processes. Makes sound judgments based on business need, ensuring the business operates within the boundaries of employment law. Deals with escalated people issues and works with the business to resolve them.

Contributing to Business change

Leads the HR contribution to business projects and change programmes to support positive behavioural, business or organisational change.

Building HR capability

Leads the improvement of people capability within the business or own team. Advises and coaches managers to deal successfully with people issues from a generalist or specialist perspective, incorporating best practice where appropriate.

HR Information Analysis

Researches, analyses and presents HR / business data (both internal and external) to provide insight, support solutions to business issues and track performance.

Personal Development

Keeps up to date with business changes and HR legal/policy/process changes relevant to their role. Seeks feedback and acts on it to improve their performance and overall capability. Plans their own development; shows commitment to the job and the profession

Relationship management

Builds effective working relationships with business managers (using the language of the business), peers and other HR functions, together with relevant external organisations.

Communicates confidently with people at all levels, including senior management.

Flexibility

Adapts positively to changing work priorities and patterns, ensuring key business and HR deadlines continue to be met. Curious about HR/business trends and developments, incorporating them into their work.

Resilience

Displays tenacity and pro activity in the way they go about their role, dealing positively with setbacks when they occur. Stays positive under pressure.

Examinations

A two stage assessment:

a 5000 word consultative project
a 60-75 minute professional discussion

Progression routes

This programme caters to those in specialist and generalist HR functions, and allows candidates to showcase their knowledge and skills and to progress most likely in these areas:

Core HR
Resourcing
Total Reward
HR Operations
Organisational Development

Benefits

Upon successful completion, candidates will qualify as an HR consultant or partner and Associate Member of the CIPD. This promotes progression for their HR career via in-depth knowledge and expertise, complemented by the confidence and experience to manage future challenges. There are also options to work within specialist areas or take on a broader role.

Typical job roles include:

HR Adviser
HR Business Partner

Overview

Duration

Training: 24 Months
End Point Assessment: 3 Months

Total: 27 Months

Enrolment

Enrolling now subject to suitability

Funding

Levy – £7,000 deducted from your digital account
Non-Levy – 95% Government funded, £350 employer contribution

Level of Apprenticeship

Level 5

Gateway

Upon completion of your training, you will need to pass through the Gateway to enter the End Point Assessment.

Gateway requirements:

Maths & English (Level 2/Grade C/4 or equivalent)

All training will be provided for the above Gateway requirements, if not previously achieved. For exemption of these aims, we will require evidence of certification at enrolment.