Role Purpose
To lead the development and implementation of the overall HR Strategy for the council, which is fully aligned to the overall business plan and which delivers against the annual key performance indicators.
To lead the HR team across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring that they deliver the highest levels of service to the business across all aspects of HRResponsibilities
Working with the Executive team, use key data and business plans to design and implement HR strategy for the Council
Lead and develop the team within the HR function ensuring they reach their full potential
Support the Council’s transformation change programme, including oversight across all operating model and organisational structure changes ensuring that the appropriate level of consultation is in place and that risks are managed effectively
Working with the Transformational change team to ensure that the cost savings are accurate and are delivered
Enforce best practice across aspects of HR within the team and into the business, with constructive challenge where required
In conjunction with the HR Business Partners work closely with the Executive Team and Senior Leadership team to drive the people agenda and influence them on the best course of action
Oversee the development and implementation of effective HR procedures/policies to support the delivery of the business strategy and ensure legal compliance.
Accountable for ensuring effective employee relations are maintained through effective management of employee relations matters, including complex case work and organisational change activity
Keep all employees informed of key organisational issues in liaison with the internal communications lead
Oversee the learning and development function, ensuring that the services provided meet the current and future demands of the business
Ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded and promoted across all HR activities
Provide regular reporting and insight against the HR Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), providing recommendations to address gaps where need
Requirements
Level 7 CIPD qualification or equivalent experience
Evidence of CPD
Recognised Management qualification
Senior level experience within HR in a generalist role, working into Director level
Experience of managing effective transformational change and delivering the benefits
Experience of leading and managing teams
Experience of creating and implementing people strategies and managing budgets aligned to them
Experience of working in a council or public sector
Experience of working with Trade Unions