Overview
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Tile Hill Great Yarmouth, England, United Kingdom
This is a pivotal role at an exciting moment for the council. Great Yarmouth Borough Council is a highly ambitious local authority with a strategic focus on improving the Borough, enhancing residents’ quality of life, and maximising opportunities for local businesses. The council views its people as its most valuable asset and works collaboratively to achieve objectives such as fostering a vibrant economy, delivering a high-quality environment, and improving life prospects for those living and working in the Borough.
With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, this role is central to ensuring our people are at the heart of that journey. As Head of OD, you will provide leadership, strategic direction, and professional expertise to ensure our workforce is ready for the future. You will lead workforce and succession planning, drive organisational performance, support cultural change, and shape a refreshed People Strategy that underpins our transformation and positions us strongly for the future.
About you
You will lead a capable HR team, providing both strategic insight and robust operational support. Your remit will be wide-ranging, covering payroll and HR systems, policy development, casework, supplier and contract management, and learning and development. You will be the go-to strategic partner for the Executive Leadership Team on all workforce matters and represent Great Yarmouth in regional and national workforce networks. This is a role with breadth, balancing technical HR expertise with forward-thinking OD and workforce planning.
Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and strategic direction for organisational development, workforce planning, and culture change.
* Lead and manage the HR team, delivering both strategic insight and robust operational support (payroll, HR systems, policy development, casework).
* Oversee supplier and contract management and ensure effective learning and development provision.
* Act as the Executive Leadership Team’s strategic partner on workforce matters and represent the organisation in regional and national networks.
* Champion a refreshed People Strategy to underpin transformation and future readiness.
Qualifications and experience
* Proven experience of leading a HR service and guiding both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic priorities.
* Experience in transformation, change management, and Local Government Reorganisation or similar large-scale reform.
* Credibility, insight, and practical experience navigating complex HR issues and building positive relationships across an organisation.
* Strong ability to balance technical HR expertise with organisational development and workforce planning.
What we offer and how to apply
In return, you’ll join a council with big ambitions and a collaborative spirit. You’ll be part of a borough full of potential, an organisation that invests in its people, and a team that has achieved a lot—and is ready to go further.
Closing Date: Friday, 19th September 2025
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (four sides of A4 maximum) with a supporting statement (four sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience and achievements, addressing the key criteria for the role. Upload documents via our website in two documents only. If you experience any issues, please contact abbie.hamilton-grant@tile-hill.co.uk.
Applications should include:
* Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will obtain your permission before contacting referees).
* Details of your current salary and notice period.
* Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview.
We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences and strive for a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace. For confidential discussions or accessibility needs, please email inclusion@tile-hill.co.uk.
Additional information
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Government Administration
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