Your new company

A large and complex public sector organisation is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join its established People & Organisational Development function. Operating across corporate services and educational settings, the organisation is committed to delivering high-quality, people-focused services and driving continuous improvement through its workforce strategy.

This will be a 6-month temporary post.

Your new role

• Partnering with leadership teams to plan and anticipate workforce needs, providing strategic HR insight and solutions
• Leading on organisational change programmes, including restructures, TUPE transfers, and service redesign
• Providing expert advice and coaching on employee relations, performance management, and policy application
• Managing a complex caseload of employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability issues
• Supporting the delivery of organisational development initiatives, including workforce planning, engagement, and wellbeing
• Delivering training, workshops, and briefings to managers on HR policy, employment law, and best practice
• Working in partnership with trade unions and external stakeholders to promote effective employee relations
• Driving proactive HR interventions to address underlying workforce challenges and improve organisational performance

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor role
• Strong knowledge of employee relations and employment law
• Experience delivering change management and transformation programmes
• Ability to influence, coach, and challenge senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A pragmatic, solution-focused approach to complex people issues
• CIPD qualification (Level 5/7) or equivalent experience (desirable)

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly salary
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to shape and influence strategic HR delivery
• A supportive and collaborative HR function
• Access to learning, development, and progression opportunities

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ellie on 02920642363.

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