Overview
Human Resources and Organisational Development Officer
Salary: Scale 5 / SCP 12 -17 £28,598- £31,022 (depending on experience)
Location: The Manor House, Church Street, Littlehampton, BN17 5EW
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:30-17:00, Fridays 8:30-16:30.
Hours: 37 hours per week, part time would be considered for the right candidate. Occasional evening work.
We are seeking a proactive and people-focused Human Resources and Organisational Development Officer to support the delivery of high-quality HR and OD services across the Council. Based at Manor House, Littlehampton, you will provide advice on HR policies, coordinate recruitment and apprenticeships, administer key HR processes, support employee relations, and contribute to learning, development and organisational change initiatives.
You will maintain accurate HR systems and data, assist with policy development, promote equality and inclusion, and help maintain a positive organisational culture. The role suits someone with HR experience, strong communication and organisational skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage a varied workload while handling sensitive information professionally. Occasional evening work may be required.
In return we can offer 23 days annual leave and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. An element of hybrid working will be considered in light of the requirements of the role.
Responsibilities
* Provide advice on HR policies and procedures.
* Coordinate recruitment and apprenticeships.
* Administer key HR processes and support employee relations.
* Contribute to learning, development and organisational change initiatives.
* Maintain accurate HR data and systems.
* Assist with policy development and promote equality and inclusion.
* Help maintain a positive organisational culture and handle sensitive information professionally.
Requirements / Qualifications
* HR experience with strong communication and organisational skills.
* High level of accuracy and ability to manage a varied workload.
* Ability to handle sensitive information professionally.
* Willingness to work occasional evenings and to consider part-time arrangements for the right candidate.
Benefits
* 23 days annual leave.
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Hybrid working considered in light of role requirements.
Timeline
* Closing date: Midnight Sunday 7th June 2026
* Shortlisting: Week commencing Monday 8th June 2026
* Interview date: Tuesday 16th June 2026
* Start date: As soon as possible
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