Are you an experienced HR leader with a talent for policy, pay, and reward management? We're seeking a strategic Employment and Reward Manager to join our HR & OD service. This is a pivotal role in shaping the council's HR strategies, fostering productive relationships with trade unions, and driving forward pay and reward initiatives that make a tangible difference to our people.
You will work at the heart of a dynamic organisation, influencing key decisions and ensuring our policies remain progressive and people focused. We value innovation, collaboration, and clear communication, and you'll have the platform to implement creative solutions that enhance our workplace. If you thrive in a role where your expertise has a direct impact on employee experience and organisational success, we invite you to bring your vision and leadership to our team.
Responsibilities
* Leading the development, review, and implementation of corporate reward systems, including pay review processes and employee recognition programs.
* Providing expert advice to senior leaders on people strategies, policy development, and operational planning.
* Managing and motivating a team of HR professionals, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
* Acting as the lead officer on trade union and employee relations matters, maintaining relationships with recognized unions, and managing negotiations.
* Ensuring timely and accurate job evaluation services and managing a budget of approximately £100k.
Requirements
* Extensive experience in managing a Policy & Reward function in a large, complex organisation.
* Substantial experience in managing specialist services that support complex service delivery, with expert technical and professional knowledge.
* Up-to-date knowledge of best practices and developments in reward and policy, with evidence of effective implementation.
* Excellent leadership skills to inspire, motivate, and develop team members to high levels of performance.
* Strong persuasion and negotiating skills, with the ability to influence outcomes critical to the organisation.
* A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
We are a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect a fair and inclusive culture, the chance to really make a difference to those around you, health and well-being initiatives, a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us.
We know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's essential to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Hard work and success deserve recognition, and we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people, including discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops, and auto-enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme.
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