Police Scotland's purpose is to improve the safety and wellbeing of people, places and communities.
Our 2030 vision is safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. Everyone in Police Scotland plays a part in delivering our vision regardless of the role or rank they perform. The purpose of the 2030 vision is to give everyone in Police Scotland a common goal to get behind, and to support strategic decision making around what the Service invests in and what our priorities are.
The HR Advisor role profile is intentionally broad. Police Scotland is expanding its Leadership, Talent, and Performance team and the successful candidate may be tasked to assist with a wider portfolio.
The Leadership and Team Development HR Advisor is a hands-on position dedicated to improving the collective capability of the organisation through the design and delivery of effective leadership and team development solutions. The primary activities of this role are focused on three pillars:
1. Leadership development management & delivery: Provide end-to-end support and direct delivery for key organisational development initiatives. Actively plan and coordinate learning sessions, and leadership and management programmes, as well as the facilitation of initiatives for leaders and staff across the organisation.
2. Data driven insight: Leverage, interpret, and analyse data from appropriate sources including delegate feedback, session attendance metrics, and performance indicators to inform continuous programme improvement.
3. Team development initiatives: Consult on and assist with the formal diagnosis of team effectiveness challenges. Including supporting the deployment of practical, targeted interventions.
Required Expertise (Skills, Knowledge, and Experience):
* Skilled facilitation and workshop design: Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and direct, proven experience in developing, organising, and facilitating impactful development programmes and workshops.
* Team development expertise: Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in applying team development principles through formal team diagnostics and facilitation.
* Leadership development best practice. Proven working experience with current and emerging leadership development frameworks and best practise.
Why join us?
* Competitive salary with annual increments
* Flexible working arrangements available on request
* 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays
* Local government pension scheme for long-term security
* Ongoing training to develop your skills
* Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
* Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
* Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network
Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.
Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions