Business Partner - People Management - WMF2376e

Westmorland and Furness Council; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to provide strategic support and advice. The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background and be adept at client management. This role offers opportunities for professional development, a supportive environment, and various employee benefits, including a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR practitioner and client-focused approach.
• Ability to implement strategic solutions tailored to client needs.
• Experience in relationship building with key service areas.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for HR-related issues.
• Provide strategic advice and support to services.
• Manage relationships and formulate HR solutions.

Skills

Generalist HR background

Strategic HR solutions formulation

Client management

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the HR/OD Service for an experienced HR practitioner to join our team of HR Business Partners.

The Business Partner role acts as the main contact for services providing strategic advice and support on all people-related issues. In a period of unprecedented change, our Business Partner will have the opportunity to contribute to the work of the HR Service, supporting Westmorland and Furness Council to achieve its objectives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for customer-focused client management and will be the main point of contact for directorate/service in relation to key people management issues and requirements. Providing a high level of strategic customer-focused service our Business Partner will build strong relationships with key service areas, understanding their needs and formulating solutions that utilise the full resources of the HR team.

Who we are looking for…

The ideal candidate will have a strong generalist HR background and evidence of formulating and implementing strategic HR solutions.

Westmorland and Furness Council is a modern and supportive employer, and we have both the technology and the commitment to allow our employees to work flexibly and efficiently.

You will be joining a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, with a strong focus on wellbeing and work/life balance, and there is plenty of opportunity for progression and professional development.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

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