Job Description
Location: Carrochan, Balloch, Scotland
Department: Human Resources
Salary: £42,721 - £49,797 (Band E) per annum
We are looking for an inspiring and forward-thinking HR Manager to lead our HR team.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for all aspects of HR including payroll and health and safety ensuring our HR function operates efficiently and effectively.
As an experienced HR professional with expertise in case management and organisational change, you’ll bring experience in developing and executing impactful HR strategies that drive operational performance and promote a supportive, engaging workplace culture.
Your strong leadership and relationship-building skills will empower you to work closely with our Executive Team and Operational Managers, shaping and delivering HR initiatives that align with our organisational goals and enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.
Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement HR strategies that drive organisational change, enhance culture, and foster employee engagement throughout the employee lifecycle, including managing the HR budget in line with NPA procedures.
· Oversee complex HR cases—such as grievances, disciplinary, and performance management - while establishing efficient processes for resolution.
· Fostering positive relations with employees and unions to support effective negotiation and consultation on terms and conditions of employment.
· Lead organisational change initiatives, providing strategic guidance on structure, culture, and workforce planning to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
· Implement HR technology to streamline processes, driving digital transformation while maintaining industry best practices for continuous improvement.
· Ensure accurate and timely payroll management, compliance with employment laws, and effective health and safety protocols through regular audits and risk assessments.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to support organisational goals.
· Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
· Proven experience in leading and managing an HR team - building strong management relationships, and effectively influencing across business areas.
· Skilled in developing HR policies and procedures, managing budgets, and delivering HR projects that support organisational change.
· Demonstrated ability to support and promote positive industrial relations with external partners.
· Creative and strategic thinker, with the ability to introduce fresh approaches to HR management
· Excellent communicator, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
· Strong understanding of employment law.
· Solution-oriented and proactive, able to anticipate and respond to challenges effectively.
· Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent level work experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
· Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire HR teams to adopt innovative approaches and achieve strategic objectives.
· Experience in implementing and leveraging HR technologies to enhance service delivery and streamline processes.
· Experience in Public Sector HR Management
· Experience in overseeing payroll, compliance, and health and safety operations.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this role, complete your application by 25th November 2024 @ 9am.
· Interviews will be virtual
· Interview dates are set for: 5th and 6th December 2024
Who we are and our values:
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is more than just an idyllic place to work, the Park Authority is one of the UK’s Top 100 best not for profit companies to work for. Our Balloch headquarters is within easy reach of both Glasgow and Stirling with a train station at easy walking distance, a cycle to work scheme, although also ample car parking onsite.
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme, annual leave allowance and access to wellbeing services and strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Closing date: 25 November 2024.