HR Advisor - Pay & Policy (Career Grade)

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Council is seeking an HR Advisor – Pay & Policy to enhance workplace policies and drive their mission to be an Employer of Choice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. This role offers competitive salary, generous leave, and access to employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary & generous annual leave

Access to the LGPS pension scheme

Comprehensive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Significant relevant HR experience required.
• Knowledge of Employment Legislation necessary.
• Experience in a unionised environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging people policies.
• Stay ahead of employment law changes.
• Provide expert advice on pay awards.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference and shape policies that foster a high performing and inclusive workplace? Join us as an HR Advisor – Pay & Policy, playing a key role in driving our mission to become an Employer of Choice.

If you are detail orientated and proactive with a specialist understanding of employment law, outstanding communication skills,a strong desire to learn, and the capability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders on policy creation and implementation.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement engaging people policies.
• Stay ahead of employment law changes and share key insights.
• Develop guidance, FAQs, and communication materials to support understanding of policies.
• Provide expert advice on pay awards across multiple pay bodies.

Who You Are

You will join us at either grade 9 or grade 10 depending on your experience and qualifications.

To join at grade 9 you will either have an NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject plus significant relevant HR experience.

To join at grade 10 you will have a degree and equivalent experience in a management role plus significant relevant HR experience.

Knowledge of Employment Legislation and its application in a large and diverse workforce is necessary. Whilst not essential it would be beneficial for the postholder to have experience working in a unionised environment and/or a local government or complex organisational setting.

Why Join Wakefield Council?

• Competitive salary & generous annual leave.
• Access to the LGPS pension scheme.
• Comprehensive employee benefits – discounts, transport perks, gym memberships & more!

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Jess Wilson.

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