Job Introduction

Role Title:                   Organisational Change & People Relations Specialist

Location:                     Leeds (Hybrid)

Contract:                     12 Month FTC

Working Pattern:       Full Time

Salary:                          £45,000 - £50,000

We’re looking for a passionate Organisational Change & People Relations Specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in driving transformation.

In this role, you’ll partner with leaders to guide them through change readiness activity, consultation, and redeployment etc, be one of the go‑to experts in employee relations, managing both formal and informal cases with confidence, ensure people‑related issues are handled consistently, fairly, in line with policy and local legislation. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and dive into exciting ad‑hoc projects planned for 2026, bringing fresh ideas and energy to everything you do.

We’re a busy, ambitious team where no two days are the same. If you enjoy a challenge, love making a real impact, and want to be part of a journey that’s transforming the way we support our people and members, this is the role for you.

As our new Organisational Change & People Relations Specialist, you will also:

• Support the People Relations Lead in the delivery of organisational change programmes and employee relations, ensuring alignment with legislation, best practices, and opportunities for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives across the UK and internationally by acting as the subject matter expert, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring programme milestones are met within timescales.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations on a range of issues, as well as handling legal risks, early conciliation, and tribunal claims.
• With support as appropriate from the People Relations Lead, contribute to forums and policy development in alignment with local legislation.
• Drive a proactive risk management culture by identifying and reporting People-related risks, championing fair and compliant policies, and promoting awareness of risk responsibilities across the People team and wider business.

We are looking for:

• Proven expertise in managing complex organisational change and employee relations, including consultations, TUPE, and high-volume case management within a People or HR Operations team.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail and critical thinking.
• Experience in process improvement, policy development, manager capability building, GDPR and interpreting UK and international employment legislation.
• Data-driven along with providing insight, with experience using metrics to inform decisions and deliver projects. 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not match 100% of the requirements. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and strive to create a work environment which ensures everyone can be heard.

In return, we can offer you:

• Discretionary on-target bonus of 10%. Up to a max 20% based on performance
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 25 days annual leave. Flexible public holidays and option to buy/sell additional leave
• Private Medical Cover
• Car Salary Sacrifice scheme
• 6x salary death in service
• Holistic health and wellbeing support package
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement 
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work

Who We Are

Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ premiums are kept safe should our Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products.

Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions. 

To do this, we need colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, whether that be through leadership development, fully-funded training courses or peer-to-peer support. We want our colleagues to feel empowered enough to deliver positive change, display ambition to push themselves and are determined when faced with a challenge, whilst ensuring our Member’s best interests are at the core.

Next Steps

If you are interested in finding out more, looking for a new role and want to join an organisation that truly values its employees, take a look at the role profile to find out more about the role to apply. Competency based interviews are likely to take place on 10th and/or 16th December. 

Our Talent Acquisition team are always on hand should you have any questions, are having any technical issues or wish to understand how MPS can support you with your application and interview. You can contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@medicalprotection.org.

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