Our public client is looking to recruit a Lead/HR Consultant on a 3 month initial contract to provide HR advice and operational support to managers and employees within a dedicated business area.
To contribute to the effective running of the Human Resource Advisory Service by working flexibly across all directorates and ensuring a professional and high quality service is delivered at all times.
To manage complex case work using a variety of approaches and to lead on specific projects as directed by the Human Resource Managers.
Experience
* Demonstrable experience at HR Adviser level of working in a busy and pressurised human resources environment.
* Experience of working in a unionised environment.
* Demonstrable experience of working with managers to progress case work including complex cases and organisational change.
* Demonstrable experience of working with computerised information systems.
* Experience of delivering training to address business needs.
Skills and attributes
* Adaptable, receptive to new ideas and willing to adjust to new demands and circumstances.
* Displays a high level of personal ‘drive’ and energy and shows a capacity for sustained effort and performance.
* Ability to allocate, co-ordinate and prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
* Sound written and oral communication skills
* Ability to analyse statistical information
* Ability to use own initiative and to solve problems
* Ability to work as a flexible and effective team member
* Ability to negotiate and influence others
* Commitment to provide an efficient, effective and customer focused service
* Demonstrable commitment to equality of opportunity
* Evidence of commitment to personal development
Job Related Education, Qualifications & Knowledge
* Fully CIPD qualified or NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent relevant HR experience in a complex organisation.
* Up to date understanding of employment legislation, and ability to apply knowledge in a practical way.
Essential Experience – Trade unions, employee relations & casework
If this role is of interest then please apply immediately