An exciting time to join West Oxfordshire District Council Were embarking on an exciting journey to transform the way we support, develop, and engage our people and were looking for a forward-thinking Assistant HR Business Partner to be part of it. As we introduce a new people strategy, this is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping our organisations future. Youll work closely with the HR Business Partner and managers across the Council to embed meaningful change, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our people are at the heart of everything we do. If youre passionate about HR and want to make a genuine impact, wed love to hear from you. About the role As an Assistant HR Business Partner, you will play a key part in delivering excellent HR partnering and a support service across the Council. In this interesting and varied role, you will have the opportunity to get involved in creating and delivering HR solutions according to business need as well as supporting projects, implementing change, and coaching and advising managers. You will need CIPD qualified/or working towards a current Level 5 and relevant experience of five years GCSE Maths and English or equivalent to grade C/4 or higher Experience in an employee relations environment dealing with a variety of unions on issues to include restructures. Good knowledge of Employment Law. To support the HR Business Partner in the delivery of a professional HR service that adds value and delivers effective business-focused solutions. Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes Ability to manage time effectively Special Conditions Ability to travel BPSS Check For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Closing date for CVs: Thursday 26 th June 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 8 th July 2025 What can we do for you Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years service and 33 days following 10 years continuous service In addition you will have an extra two volunteering days a year for you to support a charity of your choice Renewed again for another year there is a Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Generous contributory local government pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Terms and conditions apply These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! If you feel this is the role for you please click the apply now Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references;proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. ADZN1_UKTJ