Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 20/03/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 4-5 years
Human Resources
City Swindon
Province Swindon
Postal Code SN1
Job Description
Job Summary
39 weeks contract role with a Local Authority
* Provides professional HR advice to line managers across Swindon Borough Council, supporting effective people management, policy application, and employment law compliance.
* Manages complex employee relations cases, coaches managers, delivers TUPE transfers, and collaborates with OD colleagues to upskill people management practices and improve organisational performance.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Manage a caseload of complex employee relations issues including disciplinary, grievance, probation, absence, performance, and wellbeing matters.
* Provide consistent, high-quality HR advice and guidance to managers at all levels.
* Coach line managers to build capability and ownership for managing their teams effectively.
* Deliver TUPE transfers in and out of the Council.
* Contribute to the development and application of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
* Commission and interpret HR analytics to inform evidence-based decisions and recommend solutions.
* Negotiate and liaise with trade union representatives, resolving conflicts and promoting positive industrial relations.
* Support the development of HR & OD colleagues to enable succession planning and organisational capability building.
* Collaborate with wider HR teams to ensure cohesive and consistent HR outcomes.
* Conduct risk assessments and triage employee queries, escalating where appropriate.
* Utilise HR systems, digital tools, and AI-driven solutions to enhance service delivery.
Skills/Experience
* CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent HR experience.
* Significant experience in HR consultancy or HR management, particularly in public sector or local government environments.
* Proven track record in managing complex casework (disciplinary, grievance, absence, probation, performance management).
* Knowledge and practical application of employment law and HR policy.
* Experience working with trade unions and line management consultation.
* Strong coaching and stakeholder management skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication.
* Ability to analyse data, implement insight-driven change, and monitor HR performance.
* Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
* Experience in performance management, workforce planning, and organisational development.
Additional Information
* Hybrid work pattern: 2–3 days in the office, remaining work may be remote.
* Temporary contract for 39 weeks, full-time 37 hours/week.
* Role involves high-level discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism in all HR matters.
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