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Communications & Marketing Officer at Bridgwater Town Council
This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with employment legislation, maintaining HR systems and processes, and fostering a positive workplace culture. It supports the CEO/Town Clerk and Service Directors by providing HR support and advice to colleagues.
Responsibilities
* Manage all aspects of HR management, ensuring policies comply with legislation and industry standards.
* Provide HR advice and coaching to managers and colleagues on employment relations, policies, and procedures.
* Handle job advertisements, application collation, and interview arrangements.
* Oversee staff recruitment, including job descriptions, advertising, applications, shortlisting, and interviews.
* Guide new colleagues through the induction and onboarding process.
* Identify training and development needs and manage staff training programs.
* Maintain accurate and confidential HR records for all employees.
* Liaise with the Council’s HR Consultants as needed.
* Attend and take notes at employment meetings, such as disciplinary or grievance hearings.
* Contribute to HR projects and initiatives for organisational development.
Qualifications
* 5 GCSEs grade C or above (including English and Maths) or equivalent NVQ or relevant experience. CIPD Level 5 Associate and equivalent experience. Commitment to further professional development.
* Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong people skills for building relationships and providing excellent customer service.
* Knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Understanding of HR principles, practices, and systems.
* Ability to work independently, solve difficult problems, attention to detail, and remain calm under pressure.
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Closing date for Applications: 7 April 2025
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Human Resources
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