Please note: Priority will be given to at risk applicants from local authority employers.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our Human Resources (HR) Advisory Team to contribute to the provision of a high-quality HR service. You will provide professional HR advice, support and guidance to managers, employees and external customers including schools on a wide range of individual or collective HR matters.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading on change programmes, projects and working groups providing appropriate HR advisory input throughout, this may include restructures, redundancy and TUPE transfers.
- Ensuring compliance with organisational HR policies and procedures, best practice and legal requirements.
- Using workforce data and analytics to support service areas and external customers to help inform effective business planning.
- Provide professional advice, support and training on a wide range of HR and employment matters. Facilitate the design and delivery of workshops.
- Effectively support managers with casework which may be complex including disciplinary, grievance, capability and sickness absence.
The role would suit a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills underpinned by strong advisory, relationship management and organisational understanding capabilities. You must have good judgment and be confident in advising on employee relations and policy and procedures.
You will be a Graduate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or hold an equivalent HR related qualification or have significant demonstrable experience as an operational HR Advisor within a multi-functional, unionised organisation.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Smith on 01422 288350 or email sarah.smith@calderdale.gov.uk.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 15th February 2023
Interview Date: Week commencing 26th February 2023
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.
