HR Consultant – Transformation
Swindon Borough Council
🚨 Urgent Contract Opportunity – Join Swindon Borough Council's HR & OD team as an HR Consultant – Transformation!
Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon SN1 2JG (Hybrid – 2-3 days office-based)
Duration: 39 weeks, starting 15 April 2026
Hours: 37 per week
The Role
Reporting to the HR Consultancy Lead, you'll provide pragmatic, risk-based HR advice to drive performance improvement across the Council. Manage complex ER casework, coach managers, support TUPE transfers, and use data/AI insights for proactive solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle caseloads: disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence, probation
* Coach line managers to build people management capability
* Lead TUPE in/out processes and trade union negotiations
* Analyse HR data trends and recommend solutions
* Triage queries, support policy development, and resolve conflicts (incl. mediation)
* Collaborate with OD to upskill managers organisation-wide
Essential Requirements
* CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) + Bachelor's degree or equivalent
* HR Manager/Consultant experience with trade unions and public sector ER casework
* Up-to-date employment law knowledge and TUPE expertise
* Strong analytics, problem-solving, and communication skills
* Eligible to work in the UK
Ideal for: Seasoned HR professionals passionate about transformation in local government!
📩 Apply Now: DM your CV. Shortlisting ASAP!
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