Cardiff is a vibrant and diverse city, and one of the fastest growing cities in the UK. As a major employer of 13,000 employees working across the Council’s services and in schools, the Council is reliant on an efficient and effective Human Resources function as a key enabler for the delivery of relevant aspects of the administration’s Stronger Fairer Greener commitments and the Council’s Corporate Plan.
About the job
Reporting to the Corporate Director Resources, you will be responsible for providing quality human resources expertise across the Council. Your strategic focus and people-centred approach will ensure that the Council, as a major employer in the city, is well placed to respond to current and future challenges.
As a member of the Council’s Senior Management Team, you will play an integral strategic role in leading highly effective human resources service delivery, reshaping the Council and driving performance to ensure continued focus on improvement.
What We Are Looking For From You
You will be able to perform at your best working at a strategic level in a large organisation. Your in depth understanding of public services will enable you to deliver service change, and to shape and influence the way that human resources services are delivered. You will also have the ability to contribute to corporate improvement outside of your direct remit.
You will be articulate, credible and able to win respect by giving clear expert advice. You will have the ability to think strategically and handle complex issues with ease.
A confident communicator, you will quickly establish effective professional relationships across the Council, including with trade union partners, as well as across the broader HR network in Wales and beyond.
You will have a proven track record in human resources management.
This post is politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009).
Additional information
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
To arrange an informal conversation with our advising consultant at Faerfield, Dawn Faulkner, please call 0121 312 3755.
The first stage for longlisted candidates will be an Assessment Centre, which will be held in June 2025. The second stage for shortlisted candidates will be an interview with the Appointments Committee in July 2025.
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Salary Range Chief Officer / Assistant Director - £97,861 - £97,861
Job Category Corporate Management
Department HR People Services
Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Permanent
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