Equalities & HR Policy Specialist

Croydon Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Croydon Council is looking for an Equalities & HR Policy Officer to help shape the policies, practices and culture that support a diverse, inclusive and high-performing workforce. Working within our Workforce Strategy team, you'll play a key role in developing people policies, supporting equality initiatives, analysing workforce data and contributing to major organisational change programmes.

This permanent role is 36 hours per week, located in Croydon, with hybrid working options and a

Qualifications

• Experience of HR policy development and/or equality, diversity and inclusion work.
• Knowledge of HR casework operational practice
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to translate complex information into practical solutions.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a genuine commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review people policies and guidance.
• Support and quality assure Equality Impact Assessments.
• Work with HR&OD colleagues to translate people policy into practical workplace practices
• Analyse workforce equality data and produce reports for senior leaders.
• Provide advice on employment policy, equality legislation and best practice.
• Work with staff networks, trade unions and stakeholders to promote inclusion.
• Support workforce transformation, organisational development and culture change initiatives.

Job description

Croydon Council is looking for an Equalities & HR Policy Officer to help shape the policies, practices and culture that support a diverse, inclusive and high-performing workforce. Working within our Workforce Strategy team, you'll play a key role in developing people policies, supporting equality initiatives, analysing workforce data and contributing to major organisational change programmes.

This permanent role is 36 hours per week, located in Croydon, with hybrid working options and a