Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Head of HR Advisory to lead one of our core People services and play a critical role in shaping how employee relations, policy and employment practice operate across the Trust. You will join a supportive and ambitious People Directorate, with the opportunity to shape how HR Advisory services operate and make a tangible impact on the experience of our staff and leaders.
Responsibilities
Lead, develop and support a multi‑disciplinary HR Advisory team, building confidence, consistency and professional capability.
Set clear standards, thresholds and expectations for employee relations practice, ensuring proportionality, fairness and legal robustness.
Hold operational ownership of ER case management systems, using data and insight to drive learning and improvement.
Act as senior professional lead on complex, sensitive and high‑risk employment matters.
Support organisational resilience by contributing to preparedness for industrial action and workforce risk.
Work in partnership with trade unions to foster a positive, constructive employee relations climate.
Prepare and present clear, evidence‑based reports to senior governance forums and committees.
You will be comfortable providing constructive challenge, setting clear expectations and improving how services operate - while remaining grounded in fairness, learning and compassion.
Qualifications
Substantial experience leading employee relations activity in a large, complex organisation (NHS experience desirable).
A strong track record of leading and developing professional HR teams.
Confidence operating in complex, high‑risk and sensitive situations.
Experience using HR systems and data to provide assurance and drive improvement.
A collaborative, values‑led approach to working with trade unions and senior leaders.
Benefits
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
Excellent pension.
Cycle to work scheme.
Salary sacrifice car scheme.
Wellbeing programme.
Blue Light Card discounts.
fuelGenie fuel cards (for applicable roles).
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