Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, is seeking a proactive and skilled HR Consultant to join our dedicated HR and Traded Services team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a Subject Matter Expert and strategic partner, ensuring that Hackney and our traded partner, especially schools, treat employees consistently with our values and strategic objectives. You will be crucial in driving a high-performance culture and developing our HR provision. Key Responsibilities As an HR Consultant, you will be responsible for a varied and challenging portfolio, including: Expert HR Advice: Providing advice and guidance to managers and Headteachers on complex HR issues, including sickness absence, discipline, grievance, conditions of service, and employment legislation. Case and Project Management: Project managing and conducting serious and complex investigations, and managing complex individual cases and transformational change processes. Recruitment and Safeguarding Support: Working closely with our Resourcing team to deliver best practice recruitment, including the coordination of Headteacher recruitment, and assisting in the provision of advisory support on safeguarding matters. Policy and Legal Compliance: Interpreting and reviewing HR policies and procedures, keeping abreast of changes in UK employment law and advising on legislation regarding Migrant Workers. Strategic Inp...