Our client is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner.To provide HR support and assistance to the HR Operations team and give advice and guidance to managers and staff.
In doing so the role holder will build and develop effective working relationships with managers which will allow the role holder to have an impact in influencing and supporting managers to achieve their local and the corporate objectives.Accountabilities: In consultation with the HRBP, provide managers and staff with appropriate advice and guidance on Council policies, terms and conditions of employment and other HR related issues in accordance with employment legislation.
Support, coach, challenge and empower Directorate line managers in managing people issues(e.g.
Disciplinary, Grievance etc.)
Dealing with local trade union (TU) representatives in relation to individual cases or localcollective issues; Build and maintain relationships with line managers, employees and TUrepresentatives across the Directorate(s) to ensure positive interactions and speedy resolution ofany issues that arise Responsible for screening all vacancies, identifying potential redeployment opportunities foremployees on the redeployment register and assist in matching them to suitable alternative jobsacross the Council.
Undertake effective Job Evaluations, drawing on benchmarking data and ensuring a fair, consistent and objective assessment Ensures senior Directorate stakeholders receive insight from their people data (e.g.
sicknessreporting, grievance numbers etc.)
To update the casework database (paper-based and electronic)in an accurate and timely fashion and provide essential HR data for monitoring purposes asrequired.
Finds solutions to problems relating to strategic, policy or legal constraints or requirements Understands local issues in the Directorates and takes action based on the implications from a HRperspective Ensures that relevant work is passed to the appropriate point in HR as required To advise on and participate in staff appointments where appropriate, ensuring that Councilprocedures are followed in terms of the grading, advertising recruitment and selection of staff.
To contribute to the overall development of the HR team including HR policy development andprojects.
To undertake research as required and support the HRBP to prepare briefing papers as necessary.
To maintain own continuing professional development and to liaise/network with other HRpractitioners as appropriate.
To maintain and keep up to date with HR policies and procedures and to respond to queries frommanagers and staff on terms and conditions of employment as appropriate.
To ensure effective communication with colleagues across the Council and externally whereappropriate regarding work in progress, emerging trends, issues or problems.
To participate in working groups as required and to attend other meetings on behalf of the HRBPand the HR Operations team as required.
Any other duties commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post.Context and Dimensions:FlexibilityThe above is not an exhaustive list and the role holder may be required to undertake additional oralternative tasks and duties as the needs of the business dictate, provided they are within the individual'scapabilities and skills set at an appropriate level.This is a description of the job as required at the date shown.
It is the practice of this Authority toperiodically examine job descriptions, update them and ensure that they relate to the job performed, or to incorporate any proposed changes.
This procedure will be conducted by the appropriate manager in consultation with the post holder.We strive to underpin our culture through strong management and authentic leadership, this means getting the management basics right, and ensuring what we commit to individually and collectively, we own and demonstrate accountability aiming to get things right first time.
Resilient: We are forward thinking and work smartWe seek to identify where things can be improved, ensuring this learning is embedded, evaluated and built upon through a strong approach to continuous organisational development.Brave: We respect and work together with our colleagues and customers to achieve successWe act in an emotionally intelligent way, setting positive examples around accountability, risk and governance.
This will be delivered through developing ourselves and our teams to achieve the highest possible levels of productivity and performance.1.
CIPD qualified, or working towards this with experience of working effectively in acomplex organisation.2.
A proven track record of providing clear, balanced advice and guidance on HRissues3.
Experience of working successfully with Senior Managers on complex HR issues4.
Experience of working in a HR department in a customer focused organisation,proactively facilitating and leading changePLEASE ONLY apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise.
The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV.
Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities.
Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.