Since 2016, the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has worked in partnership with local councils to deliver meaningful change across the region. Our focus spans transport, net zero, housing, skills, and economic development, driving forward initiatives that make a real difference to communities.
People & Culture Services is a newly established directorate undergoing an exciting period of transformation. Under the leadership of Sarah Lal, the team is shaping a refreshed People & Culture strategy and evolving how we work to support the ambitions of WMCA and lead organisational change.
Were looking for a strategic and forward-thinking Head of Employee Relations & Shared Services to manage employee relations risk and ensure our people practices reflect WMCAs values and strategic direction.
Youll lead the development of our People & Culture policies - designing fair, legally sound, and values-driven approaches that are accessible and innovative. Youll also oversee the People Service Centre, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused services, which also includes managing people systems, ensuring data integrity, producing analytical insights, and overseeing transactional and administrative processes that meet legal and regulatory standards.
What you will be doing.
Strategic Leadership
1. Act as a senior leader within the People & Culture Directorate, driving f...