Your new company

I'm recruiting for a well-established value-led national organisation - a respected public sector employer. Employees enjoy generous benefits, flexible working, and a supportive, inclusive culture. With a strong focus on sustainability and public service. Bristol office.

Your new role

HR Programme Manager, 6 month FTC, mainly working from home, Bristol office - HR experience essential

This post is suited for an experienced and strategic HR Programme Manager to lead and deliver key people initiatives across the organisation. This role will be responsible for managing, often complex, HR programmes from design through to implementation, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving positive employee experiences. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills, stakeholder engagement expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement in HR practices. This is likely to include some work around pay and reward.

What you'll need to succeed

Experienced in senior HR roles, ideally with trade union experience.

Strong employment law knowledge.

This post will be suited to someone who is numerate, analytical etc.

Well versed in working with senior stakeholders - Executive Board, SLT etc.

Evidence-based when presenting information.

Strong communicator with gravitas and influence.

What you'll get in return

Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking HR team.
Influence real change.
Enjoy flexible working and a supportive culture
Meaningful Work: Be part of a mission-driven
Generous Benefits: Enjoy Civil Service pension schemes, 25–30 days annual leave, flexible working options, and access to wellbeing support including mental health first-aiders and occupational health services.
Career Development: invest in lifelong learning, offering professional development days, apprenticeships, and graduate programmes to help you grow.
Work-Life Balance: With options for remote working, job sharing, and compressed hours, we support your life beyond work.
Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to diversity and inclusion, with active employee networks and local inclusion ambassadors fostering a respectful and welcoming workplace.

What you need to do now

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