Job type
TemporaryLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Project ManagementIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£300 per dayClosing date
24 Sep 2025
💰£300 per day (Inside IR35)
6-Month Contract
Birmingham - Hybrid Working
Birmingham - Hybrid Working
Hays is proud to be working in partnership with a respected local council to recruit an experienced Project Officer to support their Equal Pay Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact initiative focused on fairness, transparency, and organisational change.
The Role:
As the Equal Pay Project Officer, you will play a key role in coordinating the delivery of job evaluation activities. You’ll ensure the smooth running of high-volume job evaluations across directorates, supporting the council’s commitment to equal pay and fair employment practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead project planning and coordination of job evaluation workstreams.
- Develop and manage schedules for job evaluation panels and desk-based reviews.
- Coordinate inputs from stakeholders and manage role documentation via
- Track progress, identify risks, and produce regular reports for senior HR leaders.
- Maintain detailed workplans with clear deliverables, owners, and timelines.
- Allocate roles to evaluators and manage panel logistics (rooms, access, documentation).
- Liaise with job analysts and directorates to ensure quality and completeness of job descriptions.
- Maintain accurate records of evaluation status and completion.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Proven project management and scheduling skills.
- Experience in HR, job evaluation, or organisational redesign projects.
- Strong coordination and organisational abilities.
- Proficiency with tools such as MS Office and Role Mapper.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence without direct authority.
- Confidence in reporting, risk identification, and progress tracking.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
Apply now to be part of a high-impact project shaping the future of the Council by sending your updated CV!
