It's an exciting time to be part of our HR and Organisational Development Team. The council is on its transformation journey, and we are at the heart of enabling the organisation to achieve its outcomes and create the best employee experience at all stages of the employee lifecycle.
We are seeking someone with experience of working within a HR/OD environment, and dealing with customers in professional, polite and respectful manner, to join our People Consultancy Service from June 2026, on a fixed term basis for up to one year, to cover for the maternity leave of the substantive post holder.
Working alongside a People Consultant, your ability to adopt a solution-focused and collaborative approach will be key when working with employees, managers and colleagues, in developing strong relationships across business areas.
Your detailed knowledge of HR policies and procedures, and understanding of the impact of employment legislation, will enable you to provide operational advice on a range of people related issues including terms and conditions of employment, discipline, grievance, attendance management, performance management, pay and grading, ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
You will be an integral member of the team working to provide an excellent service to employees, managers and customers.
We offer a supportive work environment, hybrid ways of working and a range of employee benefits.
Please see attached job description and employee specification, which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date for applications: 13 March 2026