3 Month Contract With A local Authority Job Purpose We are seeking a proactive and professional Human Resources Consultant to provide high-quality HR advice and support to Council managers and staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in resolving a wide range of employee relations issues while contributing to the continuous improvement of HR & Organisational Development (OD) service delivery. The post holder will be expected to manage cases independently as well as collaborate closely with the wider HR & OD Advisory team, Business Support, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing teams. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice on a range of employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, absence, and conduct issues. Support managers with informal and formal casework, ensuring compliance with employment law and Council policies. Build effective working relationships with managers to develop HR solutions that support operational objectives. Maintain accurate and confidential case records and documentation. Work independently and manage a personal caseload efficiently. Contribute to policy development and HR initiatives as part of the HR & OD team. Collaborate with Business Support and Health, Safety and Wellbeing colleagues to provide flexible and joined-up HR services. Support continuous service improvement by sharing knowledge and contributing to team development Requirements Experience in advising on employee relations cases in a complex organisation. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Ability to build trusted relationships with managers and colleagues. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to professional development.